Politics
Birth of John Greenleaf Whittier
John Greenleaf Whittier was born on December 17, 1807, at his family’s rural homestead in Haverhill, Massachusetts. He became a poet, journalist, and abolitionist.
Happy Birthday Martin Van Buren
Martin Van Buren was born on December 5, 1782, in Kinderhook, New York. He was the first President born an American citizen (all of his predecessors were born before the American Revolution).
Birth of Winston Churchill
On November 30, 1874, future British Prime Minister Winston Churchill was born in Woodstock, England.
Birth of Robert R. Livingston
Statesman Robert Robert Livingston was born on November 27, 1746, in New York City, New York.
Oklahoma Becomes 46th State
On November 16, 1907, Indian Territory and Oklahoma Territory were merged to create the state of Oklahoma.
Continental Congress Approve Articles of Confederation
On November 15, 1777, the Continental Congress approved the Articles of Confederation after 16 months of debate.
Washington Becomes 42nd State
On November 11, 1889, Washington was admitted to the Union.
Montana Becomes 41st State
On November 8, 1889, Montana was admitted to the Union.
North and South Dakota Admitted to the Union
On November 2, 1889, North and South Dakota became our 39th and 40th states.