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World of Tomorrow opens as New York fair bids 20 million
The 1939 New York World's Fair launches with millions viewing The World of Tomorrow theme. Democ racity, designed by Henry Drey fus s, showcases a central city of 1 million with a 30 mile green belt, suburban farms, and electrified living villages. The event honors George Washington with exhibits on liberty and democracy, and features a massive Washington statue by James Earle Fraser along with other national displays.
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