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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
John O'Connor

George Harrison’s pre-Beatlemania hideaway in Illinois goes up for sale

Before Beatlemania captivated America, George Harrison made an unassuming visit to Benton, Illinois, in September 1963, staying with his sister's family.

The quiet trip, just months before The Beatles' seismic U.S. debut, offered a rare glimpse into the ordinary life of a musician on the brink of global fame.

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