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What is unique about John Hancock's signature on the declaration of independence

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It was the largest signature. He was not afraid of the British.

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John Hancock's signature is really large on the Declaration of Independence. Not surprisingly the National Handwriting Day is celebrated on January 23rd which is also John Hancock's birthday.

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