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Shakespeare's Birthplace Nearly Moved to US in 1847
BusinessTimes of India4h ago

Shakespeare's Birthplace Nearly Moved to US in 1847

In the 1840s, William Shakespeare's birthplace in Stratford-upon-Avon was almost sold and moved to New York by American showman P.T. Barnum. A dedicated committee, through public donations and support, saved the historic home for £3,000.