Photographic Slide of William & Mary

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The photographic slide contains the busts of King William III of England and Ireland (known as William II of Scotland) and Queen Mary II. After the Glorious Revolution, William and Mary were offered the throne in 1689. Four years after their reign began, William and Mary granted a charter for a college in Virginia. The charter named Reverend James Blair the first president. Subseqently named after the monarchs who granted the charter, the College of William & Mary was founded in 1693. The slide measures 3 1/2 '' (height) x 4'' (width). The slide is in good condition with no noticeable damage but needs to be cleaned. EDU2013.007

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