While high-resolution images are availble at US Government archives, they are very large files (8-16MB each), hard to use because of their size, and are at print resolution of 300 dpi which is wasted in simply viewing.
Some sites have shrunken images that are nearly impossible to read.
What is presented here are actual size (or nearly so) images at web resolution enhanced for reading.
Simply click on the thumbnail of where you wish to begin.
These are the only web images of these Documents of Freedom design for reading which are presented in actual size!
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How can you begin viewing the images on the site?
What is the resolution of the high-resolution images available at US Government archives?
What is the main issue with the shrunken images on some sites?
Why are the high-resolution images hard to use?
What is the purpose of the enhanced images on the site?
What is unique about the web images of the Documents of Freedom?
What is the source of the Declaration Of Independence image?
Which of the following is NOT listed as a document available on the site?
What is special about the images presented here?
What is the size range of the high-resolution images?
Frequently Asked Questions
Why are the high-resolution images from US Government archives difficult to use?
The high-resolution images from US Government archives are very large files (8-16MB each), making them hard to use due to their size. Additionally, they are at a print resolution of 300 dpi, which is unnecessary for simple viewing purposes.
What is the advantage of the images presented on this site compared to other sites?
The images on this site are presented in actual size (or nearly so) at web resolution and are enhanced for reading. Unlike other sites that offer shrunken images that are hard to read, these images are designed specifically for readability.
How can I view the documents on this site?
Simply click on the thumbnail of the document where you wish to begin viewing. The images are presented in actual size for optimal readability.
What types of documents are available on this site?
The site offers web images of important historical documents such as The US Constitution (Page 1, Page 3, Page 4), The Bill of Rights, the Declaration of Independence on Parchment, and the Declaration of Independence from the Wm. J. Stone Engraving.
Are these the only web images of these documents designed for reading in actual size?
Yes, these are the only web images of these Documents of Freedom that are presented in actual size and specifically designed for reading.
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