In 1807, Congress passed a law banning the international slave trade to the United States, set to take effect at the start of 1808, as permitted by the Constitution. The debate over this legislation was influenced by economic interests, national security concerns, and fears…
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On March 1, 1845, President John Tyler signed a congressional joint resolution approving the annexation of the Republic of Texas into the United States—an event that profoundly shaped the nation’s territorial growth and foreign policy. The decision marked the culmination of nearly a decade…
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On March 1, 1917, Americans learned that Germany had urged our neighbor to attack the United States. The Zimmerman Telegram hit the front page of newspapers and became a turning point in World War I. The telegram, originally sent by German Foreign Minister Arthur…
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On February 28, 1983, television history was made when M*A*S*H aired its final episode, Goodbye, Farewell and Amen. For over a decade, the series had captivated audiences with its unique blend of comedy and drama set against the backdrop of the Korean War. The…
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On February 27, 1991, President George H. W. Bush formally announced the liberation of Kuwait, marking the conclusion of the Gulf War. His statement signified the success of Operation Desert Storm, a U.S.-led military campaign launched in response to Iraq’s invasion and annexation of…
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Abraham Lincoln’s Cooper Union address, delivered on February 27, 1860, in New York City, stands as one of the most legendary speeches ever given by an American politician. At the time, the United States was deeply divided over the issue of slavery, and the…
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On February 26, 1935, Adolf Hitler made an ominous declaration: Germany would formally reconstitute the Luftwaffe. This was not merely an administrative decision—it was a brazen act of defiance against the Treaty of Versailles, a calculated move that signaled to the world that Germany…
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On February 25, 1870, Hiram Rhodes Revels of Mississippi made history by becoming the first African American to serve in the United States Senate. This moment was not just symbolic—it was a groundbreaking achievement that reflected the fragile but significant progress of Reconstruction, a…
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On February 25, 1836, at the age of 22, Samuel Colt received a U.S. patent that would change American history—the Colt revolver. Unlike traditional firearms of the time, Colt’s design featured a rotating cylinder that could hold multiple rounds of ammunition. This innovative design…
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On February 24, 1868, Andrew Johnson, the 17th President of the United States, became the first president ever impeached by the House of Representatives, marking a pivotal moment in American political history. This event was not just the result of partisan rivalry; it emerged…
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