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4 March

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1861

Lincoln's first inauguration

On 4 March 1861, Abraham Lincoln was sworn in as the 16th US president.

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From the Middle Ages to the Enlightenment

1789

US Constitution takes effect

On 4 March 1789, the United States Constitution took effect as the first Congress convened.

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From the Middle Ages to the Enlightenment

1493

Columbus lands at Lisbon

On 4 March 1493, Christopher Columbus put in at Lisbon returning from his first voyage.

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