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| | |  | 1620: Peregrine White is born aboard the Mayflower, anchored near the tip of Cape Cod in Massachusetts. She is the first child born of English parents in New England. Learn more about the Mayflower.
 1866: Howard University, the first university for African-American students, is founded in Washington, D.C., as the Howard Theological Seminary. Learn more about Howard University.
 1917: British military tanks penetrate German lines in the Battle of Cambrai in northeastern France. It is the first large-scale use of tanks. Learn more about tanks.
 1945: The International Military Tribunal opens trial in Nürnberg, Germany. Twenty-four individuals are charged with a variety of crimes and atrocities. Learn more about war crimes trials.
 1967: President Lyndon Johnson announces the formation of the National Commission on Product Safety. Learn more about Lyndon Johnson.
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| Mystery Person of the Day |
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| | |  | Who am I? Born on this day in 1889, a powerful telescope orbiting the earth is named after me.
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| Your Astrological Sign |
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| | |  | The symbol of Scorpio is the scorpion. Scorpios are thought to be energetic and passionate leaders; they can be stubborn or jealous. They are sensitive and observant, and enjoy pushing themselves and others to the limit. Learn more about Scorpio.
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