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May 1: Memphis Massacre, May Day, Victory in Manilla, Bin Laden Killed Part of Landmark Day

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Billy Joel could easily have sung his “We Didn’t Start the Fire” song based on May 1st alone, as it is a red letter day in history that includes: (i) the Memphis Massacre in white mobs launched a three-day attack … Continue reading May 1: Memphis Massacre, May Day, Victory in Manilla, Bin Laden Killed Part of Landmark Day

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Nov-20-1969: Native Americans Begin Occupation of Alcatraz That Sparked a Movement

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On this day in 1969, 89 Native Americans and their supporters occupied Alcatraz Island (the site of the prison that had been closed since 1963). They called themselves “Indians of All Tribes” and issued a proclamation, “We Hold the Rock.” … Continue reading Nov-20-1969: Native Americans Begin Occupation of Alcatraz That Sparked a Movement

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December Posts Part 3 (12/21-12/31)

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In addition to our regular posts on this page, we also tweet about events in history on a given day that we have not posted about yet (but may in the future).  Be sure to follow TodayPast’s #OTD tweets @bennetkelley. … Continue reading December Posts Part 3 (12/21-12/31)

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December Posts Part 2 (12/11-12/20)

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In addition to our regular posts on this page, we also tweet about events in history on a given day that we have not posted about yet (but may in the future).  Be sure to follow TodayPast’s #OTD tweets @bennetkelley. … Continue reading December Posts Part 2 (12/11-12/20)

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December Posts Part 1 (12/1-12/10)

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In addition to our regular posts on this page, we also tweet about events in history on a given day that we have not posted about yet (but may in the future).  Be sure to follow TodayPast’s #OTD tweets @bennetkelley. … Continue reading December Posts Part 1 (12/1-12/10)

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November Posts (Pt 2 11/11 -11/30)

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In addition to our regular posts on this page, we also tweet about events in history on a given day that we have not posted about yet (but may in the future).  Be sure to follow TodayPast’s #OTD tweets @bennetkelley. … Continue reading November Posts (Pt 2 11/11 -11/30)