Events:
1606 The Union Jack is adopted as the national flag of Great Britain.
1861 The American Civil War begins as Confederate forces fire on Fort Sumter1945 President Franklin D. Roosevelt dies1955 The polio vaccine, developed by Dr. Jonas Salk, is declared safe and effective. Famous Birthdays:1577 Christian IV (King of Denmark for 59 years)
1947 David Letterman (Talk Show Host)1950 David Cassidy (Singer and actor)1956 Andy Garcia (Actor)1957 Vince Gill (Singer)1979 Claire Danes (Actress)Archive:
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