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On this date in 1814, a London surgeon performed the first-ever plastic surgery. And in 1910, a woman pilot made headlines.

On this date in 1942, the Alaska Highway was completed. And in 1998, John Glenn made his return to orbit.

On this date in 1908, the first recording of "baseball's anthem" was recorded. And in 1926, the legendary Harry Houdini performed for the last time.

It was on this date in 1929 that a new law called the Boulder-Canyon project act was put into place.

On this date in 1945, the USS Indianapolis experienced a tragic fate. And in 1956, the official national motto of the United States was approved.

On this date in 1776, a resolution was approved declaring the United Colonies free and independent states.

On this date in 1910, the nation officially celebrated a new holiday. And in 1963, a Soviet woman made space history.

On this date in 1916 that the most lopsided college football game took place. And in 2003, an unlikely candidate was Gonernor of California.

On this date in 1963, one of the most shocking events occurred involving a United States President.

On this date in 1945, the first of 13 signficant Nurenberg (Germany) trials began, to bring Nazi war criminals to justice.