Constitution, 1838.

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Constitution, 1838.

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The series contains is a handwritten copy of the 1838 Constitution or "Form of Government for the People of Florida," signed by Convention President, Robert Raymond Reid, and Convention Secretary, Joshua Knowles. The original Constitution, signed by all the delegates, has never been found. Considered "a secretary's copy", this document is the only known copy of the 1838 Constitution.

1 item ; 54 x 45 cm.

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