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Plymouth Rock is smaller than you think

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If you expect a towering majestic boulder symbolizing historical triumph, prepare for crushing disappointment. The legendary landing spot is literally just a modestly sized, heavily fractured chunk of granite sitting in a concrete pit, looking more like an abandoned landscaping prop than a vital piece of heritage.

Plymouth Rock is smaller than you think
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