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Offered Here: Otis Redding 1968 H.R. No. 788 Otis Redding Resolution. A resolution from the House of Representatives of the State of Georgia, created to honor the untimely death of acclaimed soul singer Otis Redding. This proclamation was officially read and adopted on March 1, 1968. The resolution acknowledges Redding's significant contribution to music and his impactful influence on the cultural landscape.
Additional Information: Otis Redding was a pioneering soul artist known for his powerful voice and emotive singing style. Tragically, Redding passed away in a plane crash on December 10, 1967, at the age of 26. His hit song "(Sittin' On) The Dock of the Bay" was released posthumously and became the first posthumous number-one single in U.S. chart history. The resolution serves as a formal recognition of his legacy in Georgia, his home state, and in the music industry.
Provenance/Authenticity: From the Capricorn Records collection
Condition: The resolution is in very good condition, retaining its structural integrity and clarity. The paper is free of significant tears, stains, or discolorations, indicative of careful preservation since its adoption.