National Library of Wales
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The National Library of Wales, founded in 1907 and located in Aberystwyth, is a significant cultural institution in Wales. It functions similarly to the British Library, receiving copies of most books published in the United Kingdom. Its primary role is serving as the main Welsh reference library and safeguarding historical documents and manuscripts related to Wales. The library also holds publications from overseas Welsh settlements. Its establishment was a key achievement in Welsh cultural life, alongside the founding of the National Museum of Wales.123
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