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Louisiana Purchase
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Joint Resolution for Annexing Texas to the United States Approved
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Mexican Cession Acquired
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Oregon Territory Acquired
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Emancipation Proclamation
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Gettysburg Address given
Here is the Gettysburg Address. -
Great Chicago Fire
Mrs. O'Leary left a lamp near a cow, and the cow kicked the lamp, causing a fire. There were some so-called fireproof buildings that were destroyed. Many people perished. -
Brooklyn Bridge opens (with fireworks!)
