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The History of Notaries | From Ancient Egypt to the Romans to the 21st Century

The History of Notaries | From Ancient Egypt to the Romans to the 21st Century
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The History of Notaries | From Ancient Egypt to the Romans to the 21st Century

28 March 2022
Notaries have been around for thousands of years. From Ancient Egypt, to the Romans & the Pope, to the 21st Century, notary publics have played an essential role in our societies. We take you on a short trip across time, explaining how notaries have developed across time and how Woodcock Notary Public contributes to its history.

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