John Q. Adams Elected in “Corrupt Bargain”
On February 9, 1825, John Quincy Adams was elected president even though he didn’t receive the majority of the electoral vote (no candidate did).
This Day in History
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Disney’s Peter Pan Premieres
On February 5, 1953, Walt Disney released his 14th animated feature – Peter Pan.
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Charlie Chaplin’s First Movie
On February 2, 1914, Chaplin made his film debut in a short movie called Making a Living.
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Space Shuttle Columbia Disaster
On February 1, 2003, the space shuttle Columbia exploded, taking the lives of seven astronauts.
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U.S. Coast Guard Established
On January 28, 1915, the Revenue Cutter Service and United States Life-Saving Service were merged to form the US Coast Guard.
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Ellington’s Carnegie Hall Debut
On January 23, 1943, Duke Ellington made his first of many performances at Carnegie Hall.
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Founding of El Yunque National Forest
On January 17, 1903, the National Forest Service established Luquillo Forest Reserve (today known as El Yunque National Forest) in Puerto Rico.
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First Homestead Claim is Filed
On January 1, 1863, Daniel Freeman filed the first land claim under the Homestead Act.
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First YMCA Opens in America
On December 29, 1851, Thomas V. Sullivan established America’s first YMCA.
