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Nov 1
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History Today - November 1

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In 1938, War Admiral and Seabiscuit faced off against each other in 'The Matchrace of the Century.' In 1993, the Maastricht Treaty came into effect, formally establishing the European Union. In 1800, the second US President John Adams and First Lady Abigail became the first residents of the White House. In 1950, two members of the Puerto Rican Nationali ... Show More
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