The history, art and places behind The Double Eagle
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History of the Double Eagle
The incredible true story of the 1933 Double Eagle – 80 years of intrigue, rumour and deception.
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Tom’s Watches
Find out about the watches mentioned in The Double Eagle
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The 1933 Double Eagle
See photos of the 1933 Double Eagle and learn about its design and how it came into being.
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Backgammon Explained
Tom is an expert Backgammon player, but where did the game originate and what are the rules?
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Works of Art
See and learn about some of the exquisite works of art referred to in The Double Eagle.
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Further Reading
A useful bibliography for those who want to know more.
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Executive Order 6102
Franklin D Roosevelt banned the private ownership of gold in 1934 with Executive Order 6102.
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Useful Links
Links that will enable you to discover more about some of the facts, people and places.
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Photo Gallery
See photographs of some of the key buildings and places that feature in The Double Eagle.