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3 April

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Contemporary era

1882

Death of Jesse James

On 3 April 1882, American outlaw Jesse James was shot dead by a member of his gang.

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Contemporary era

1860

Pony Express begins

On 3 April 1860, the Pony Express, a horseback mail service across the American West, began.

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From the Middle Ages to the Enlightenment

1559

Peace of Cateau-Cambresis

On 3 April 1559, the Peace of Cateau-Cambresis ended the Italian Wars between France and Spain.

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