How Passports Work

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How Passports Work

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Oct 27, 2015

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The concept of passports - that people should enjoy protected freedom of movement - is an ancient one. It wasn't until WWI that they became universal. Learn all about this overlooked, important document. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers

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Oct 27, 2015

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