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The Plot to Steal Washington’s Head

TANGLED TALE

George Washington’s corpse was argued over, fought over, and at one point the object of theft. Curiously, all the scuffling was inspired by the country’s love for its late leader.

Brady Carlson

Published Feb. 14 2016 12:01AM EST

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Brady Carlson

Brady Carlson

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