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October 21. Getting a bit ahead here to save myself some time.
1520. Ferdinand Magellan discovers the critical strait that will bear his name and change European and world politics dramatically.
1797. The USS Constitution is launched.
1879. Thomas Edison tests the first practical incandescent light bulb. It lasted 13-1/2 hours.
1944. As the Battle of Leyte Gulf begins, the first kamikaze attack occurs.
1975. Perhaps the greatest World Series game ever ends when Carlton Fisk waves his arms to help a home run stay fair. That wins Game 6, and ties the series, which the Reds will win with a victory in Game 7.
Absolutely nothing else of any consequence whatsoever happens on this date....
....just kidding. The Battle of Trafalgar will be posted tonight or, more likely, tomorrow.
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