This Day in History: Davy Crockett
On this day in 1786, frontiersman Davy Crockett is born. Crockett is known for his escapades as a hunter, scout, storyteller, and militia...
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- Jun 15
- 3 min
This Day in History: The Pig War
On this day in 1859, an American farmer shoots a pig. The incident nearly sparks open warfare between the United Kingdom and the United...
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- Apr 25
- 3 min
This Day in History: Thornton’s Affair sparks the Mexican-American War
On this day in 1846, Mexican and American forces clash in a disputed area close to the Rio Grande. The so-called Thornton Affair would...
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- Oct 24, 2021
- 2 min
This Day in History: The end of the Pony Express
On this day in 1861, the first transcontinental telegraph is sent, bringing an end to the Pony Express. The task seemed impossible at...
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- Oct 20, 2021
- 3 min
This Day in History: Thomas Jefferson & the Louisiana Purchase
On this day in 1803, the United States Senate approves the Louisiana Purchase. Americans had just purchased an 827,000 square mile block...
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- Oct 18, 2020
- 3 min
This Day in History: Puerto Rico becomes a part of the United States
On this day in 1898, an American flag is raised over Puerto Rico. The island was no longer a Spanish possession. It was under the control...
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- May 13, 2020
- 3 min
This Day in History: The United States declares war on Mexico
On this day in 1846, the United States declares war on Mexico. President James Polk had asked Congress for such a declaration a mere two...
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- Jun 7, 2019
- 3 min
This Day in History: Daniel Boone explores the territory in “Kentucke”
On this day in 1769, Daniel Boone gets his first good look at the territory in Kentucky—or “Kentucke,” as it was sometimes called. The...
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- Oct 18, 2018
- 3 min
This Day in History: “Seward’s Folly” and the purchase of Alaska
On this day in 1867, the United States takes control of territory in Alaska. Secretary of State William Seward had just brokered a deal...