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Senator John F. Kennedy Announces His Candidacy for the 1960 Democratic Presidential Nomination — Research Starter
Senator John F. Kennedy's announcement of his candidacy for the 1960 Democratic presidential nomination marked a significant moment in American political history. Initially recognized for his…
Senate Acts to Preserve Political Balance — Research Starter
The Senate Acts to Preserve Political Balance refers to a pivotal moment in U.S. history when the Senate voted to admit Vermont and Kentucky as states in 1791, strategically coordinating the admission…
Second Battle of Saratoga — Research Starter
The Second Battle of Saratoga, fought on October 7, 1777, near Bemis Heights, New York, was a significant conflict during the American Revolutionary War that resulted in a decisive defeat for British…
Samuel Seabury Appointed First Protestant Bishop in the United States — Research Starter
Samuel Seabury was appointed as the first Protestant bishop in the United States on November 14, 1784, after being consecrated by Episcopalian bishops in Scotland. His appointment occurred shortly…
Samuel F. B. Morse Opens the First U.S. Telegraph Line — Research Starter
On May 24, 1844, Samuel F. B. Morse inaugurated the first telegraph line in the United States, connecting Washington, D.C., to Baltimore, Maryland. This momentous occasion featured Morse’s inaugural…
Salvation Army Founder's Day — Research Starter
Salvation Army Founder's Day is celebrated on April 10th to honor the birthday of William Booth, the founder of the Salvation Army, born in 1829 in Nottingham, England. Booth's early experiences as a…
Roger Williams Arrives in America — Research Starter
Roger Williams was a prominent advocate for religious liberty during America's colonial period, arriving in Boston from England in February 1631. Educated at Pembroke College, Williams became…
Rhode Island Ratifies the Constitution — Research Starter
On May 29, 1790, Rhode Island became the last of the original 13 states to ratify the United States Constitution. Initially, the state demonstrated reluctance to join the Union, with its legislature…
Vermont Admitted to the Union — Research Starter
Vermont's journey to statehood is a unique chapter in American history, marked by its initial declaration of independence during the American Revolution. On January 15, 1777, the region, known for its…