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On this date in 1781, George Washington made a major announcement to his Army. And in 1954, this popular burger chain opened its first restaurant.

On this date in 1964 the Cleveland Browns won their last championship. And in 1968, the crew of the first manned mission to the moon returned safely to...

On this date in 1843, Charles Dickens published a new work which became a instant hit. And in 1917, a pro sports league made its debut.

On this date in 1958 the world's first communications satellite was launched. And in 1989, the "I love Lucy" Christmas episode aired after originally...

On this date in 1812, the United States signed a major treaty with the United Kingdom. And in 1936, the use of radiation was used by doctors for the...

On this date in 1865, a newly patented product helped take some of the hassle out of making a cup of joe. And in 1878, a department store in...

On this date in 1809 a new law went into effect in Boston that would be a real head-scratcher today. And in 1835, the phrase "Trail of Tears" was coined.

On this date in 1904 a New Year's Eve celebration was held that has since become a mainstay. And in 1946, President Harry S. Truman made a major...

On this date in 1913, a prize inside a snack became all the rage. And in 1945, a battle in World War II ended up with a lasting image that captured the...

On this date in 1965, Malcolm X was assassinated. And in 1970, Dick Clark introduced a new group on American Bandstand that would become legendary.