Monday, January 30, 2012

February 19, 1777 – Benedict Arnold Promoted

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After much political infighting and discussion, the Continental Congress announced promoting five men to the rank of major general. The mov...

February 18, 1637 – Dutch Convoy Defeats Spain off Lizard Point

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The Dutch War of Independence had dragged on for some seventy years after the lowland provinces began their attempt to break away from Spain...
Tuesday, January 24, 2012

February 17, 1801 – Burr Confirmed Third President of the United States

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In a shocking turn, Aaron Burr was elected as the third President of the United States instead of Democratic-Republican Party leader and for...
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February 16, 1804 – American Raid on Tripoli Fails

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In the early days of the new United States, the nation struggled to establish itself with global credibility. Many assumed that Britain wou...
Saturday, January 21, 2012

February 10, 1846 – Sikhs Defeat British East India Company

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The Sikh Empire had one of its greatest military triumphs and began its second imperial age with the defeat another great imperial force, Br...
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Thursday, January 19, 2012

February 9, 1861 – Alexander Stephens Elected CSA President

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In a surprising turn, longtime Congressional Representative Alexander Stephens was chosen as President for the provisional government of the...
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Friday, January 13, 2012

February 8, 1807 – Napoleon Defeated at Eylau

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At the height of the War of the Fourth Coalition against Napoleon, France came under defeat by Russia because of a simple failed charge. Na...
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