1781 The Articles of Confederation are Ratified, Forming the First U.S. Constitution |
A milestone in American history occurred on March 1st, 1781, as the Articles of Confederation were ratified by Maryland, the final state to do so. This marked the formal establishment of the United States' first constitution, laying the groundwork for the nation's early governance. |
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1872 Yellowstone National Park is Established as the World's First National Park |
On March 1st, 1872, President Ulysses S. Grant signed into law the Yellowstone National Park Protection Act, establishing Yellowstone as the world's first national park. This historic designation set a precedent for the conservation of natural landscapes and the establishment of protected areas worldwide. |
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1961 President John F. Kennedy Establishes the Peace Corps |
On this day in 1961, President John F. Kennedy signed an executive order establishing the Peace Corps, a volunteer program aimed at promoting peace and friendship through international cooperation and service. Since its inception, the Peace Corps has sent thousands of volunteers to work on projects in communities around the world. |
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