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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 1925, Goodyear debuted a new technological advancement. And in 1939, a German accordionist made history with a new polka.

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 1967, the first human heart transplant took place. And in 1989, the Cold War officially came to an end.

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.

On this date in 1872, Susan B. Anthony made headlines. And in 1963, a new telephone was introduced to customers in Pennsylvania.