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1770-Boston massacre takes place resulting in the deaths of what are commonly known as the first fatalities of the American Revolutionary War.
1807-Congress prohibits the import of slaves to the U.S.
1836-Texas declares independance from Mexico (though still not recognized by U.S.)
1876-Alexander Graham Bell pattens the telephone
1931-Star Spangled Banner officially recognized as the National Anthem
1948-U.S. Supreme Ct. rules that religous instruction in schools is unconstitutional
1960-Elvis Presley discharged from the army after his two-year stint.
1962-Wilt Chamberlain scores 100 points in one game against the New York Knicks
1991-LAPD encounter with Rodney King video taped, leading to national tension and debate on use of force. |
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