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In March 2020, a daguerreotype thought to be of Joseph Smith, Jr., the founder of the LDS Church, was discovered in the effects of a direct descendant. If it is the genuine article it would be the first and only known photo of Smith in existence. Why does that matter?
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Following the release of a new daguerreotype some believe is Joseph Smith, the reaction has been wide and mixed. Historians and experts weigh in with their reactions and discuss the next steps for determining the authenticity of the image.