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The Online Encyclopedia is based on the 11th Edition Encyclopedia Britannica, first published in 1911. This historically significant book is the last encyclopedia to offer articles in such extreme depth. Over 320 historians, 250 ministers, and many diplomats, theologists, scientists, and government officials from around the world personally wrote this encyclopedia's articles. With over 44 million words, we know you will find this text as enriching and exciting as we do!