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Today in History – 1788 – Virginia becomes 10th of the
Today in History – 1788 – Virginia becomes 10th of the original 13 states to ratify the Constitution and be admitted to The Union. 1867 – Barb...

Today in History – 1835 – Solyman Merrick of Springfield,
Today in History – 1835 – Solyman Merrick of Springfield, Massachusetts receives a patent on his wrench. 1915 – Charles F. Kettering receives ...

Today in History – 1709 – The first paper currency in America
Today in History – 1709 – The first paper currency in America is issued in New York City. 1783 – Eruption of the Laki volcano in Iceland begin...

Today in History – 1790 – The District of Columbia is
Today in History – 1790 – The District of Columbia is established and designated as the nation’s permanent capital by the U.S. Congress 1867 �...

Today in History – 1858 – Abraham Lincoln accepts the
Today in History – 1858 – Abraham Lincoln accepts the nomination for Senate saying “A house divided against itself cannot stand. 1884 – The ...

Today in History – 1769 – Daniel Boone begins exploring the
Today in History – 1769 – Daniel Boone begins exploring the American frontier in what is now Kentucky. 1776 – The U.S. Congress passes Richard...

Today in History – 1833 – The Village of Chicago is
Today in History – 1833 – The Village of Chicago is incorporated with a population of 200. 1861 – Abraham Lincoln imposes the first federal in...