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Posted: November 24, 2008 |
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The Smithsonian's National Museum of American History reopened Friday, Nov. 21, after a two-year, $85 million renovation. While most visitors know the museum houses the Star-Spangled Banner and a copy of President Lincoln's Gettysburg Address, the following are a few of the 5,000 objects on display.
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| Evel Knievel's Harley-Davidson XR-750 |
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| Daredevil Evel Knievel rode this motorcycle during some of his most spectacular jumps. In some crashes, Knievel fractured 35 to 40 bones. |
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| Photo Credit: Courtesy, Smithsonian Museum |
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