This Day in History, December 17
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On December 17th, 1903, the Wright Brothers made their first powered Heavier-than-Air flight in the Wright Flyer at Kitty Hawk.
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A thought for the day
A thought for the day: Friendship is love without his wings. -- British poet Lord Byron
Other Notable Events for April 19
On this date in history:
In 1775, the American Revolutionary War began at the Battle of Lexington, Mass. Eight minutemen were killed and 10 injured in an exchange of musket fire with British redcoats.
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Notable Birthdays for April 19
Those born on this date include:
- Statesman Roger Sherman, a signer of the Declaration of Independence and the U.S. Constitution, in 1721
- first lady Lucretia Garfield in 1832
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Astronomy
Today is Friday, April 19, the 110th day of 2024 with 256 to follow.
The moon is waxing. Morning stars are Mars, Saturn and Venus. Evening stars are Jupiter and Uranus.
This Day in History, April 19
On April 19th, 1775, the "shot heard 'round the world" was fired, beginning the Revolutionary War.
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