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100 1 _aHunt, Gaillard,
_d1862-1924
245 1 4 _aThe history of the seal of the United States
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2024
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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337 _acomputer
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_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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_2rdacarrier
500 _aFirst edition published 1892, with title "The seal of the United States: how it was developed and adopted."
500 _aRelease date is 2024-06-16
508 _aRichard Tonsing, deaurider, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
520 _a"The History of the Seal of the United States" by Gaillard Hunt is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This publication presents a comprehensive exploration of the evolution, design, and significance of the United States seal, detailing the various designs proposed by early American leaders and committees from the time of the Revolutionary War through the late 1800s. The book sheds light on the intricate discussions and artistic decisions that led to the creation of a national emblem meant to unify the states and represent the fledgling nation’s ideals. The book meticulously chronicles the origins of the seal, beginning with the first committee formed in 1776, which included notable figures like Benjamin Franklin and Thomas Jefferson. It outlines the multiple designs suggested over the years, the rationale behind each choice, and the cultural influences that played a role in shaping the final emblem. It also highlights the debates surrounding its symbolism, including the choice of the bald eagle and the motto "E Pluribus Unum." Overall, Hunt's work provides readers with a detailed look at the heraldic elements and historical contexts that have led to the elements of the Great Seal of the United States, emphasizing the ongoing importance of these symbols in representing national unity and identity. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _pOriginally published:
_cWashington D. C.: U.S. Department of State, 1909
653 _aUnited States -- History
856 4 _uhttps://archive.org/details/historyofsealofu00unit
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/73844
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