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THBSamuel Smith Written and Signed Poem, America
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LiveJun 22, 2018
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A handwritten copy of the poem, "America," (which became the song, "My Country 'Tis of Thee"), 8.75 x 6.75 in. (sight), framed to 13.75 x 11.6 in., signed by Samuel Francis Smith, June 20, 1894. Copy includes four stanzas, with inscription at the end reading, "Written in 1832."
Samuel Francis Smith (1808-1895) was born in Boston, where his famous song was first performed at Park Street Church on July 4, 1832. Smith wrote the lyrics while a theological student in Germany, to the tune of a popular British anthem, "God Save the King." The song was published by Lowell Mason in The Choir that same year, but was only the first of many contributions Smith made to the musical and literary world. He wrote over 150 other hymns, and even helped put together the Baptist hymnal, The Psalmist, in 1843 with Baron Stow.
Document in good condition, with minor spotting in some places; not examined outside of frame. Edges and back of frame with heavy wear.Condition
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