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3) 1776
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A lively musical portraying the political struggle in the Continental Congress during the American Revolution to declare independence. The story revolves around historical figures such as John Adams, Benjamin Franklin, and Thomas Jefferson, who is tasked with writing the Declaration of Independence. The film follows the journey leading to the pivotal moment on July 4, 1776, when the Declaration of Independence was signed.
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In this first volume of a lavishly produced two-volume collector's edition, The Library of America presents eight enduring masterpieces charting the evolution of the musical from the groundbreaking Show Boat through the genre's glorious mid-century. Based on new research, the complete libretto of each musical is presented in its Broadway opening night version, making these beloved cultural treasures available as never before. The texts are supplemented...