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Events (200 years ago today): 1823 – Monroe Doctrine: In a State of the Union message, U.S. President James Monroe proclaims American neutrality in future European conflicts, and warns European powers not to interfere in the Americas.
Births (100 years ago today): 1923 – Maria Callas, American-Greek soprano and actress (d. 1977)[15]
Births (50 years ago today): 1973 – Graham Kavanagh, Irish footballer and manager
Births (50 years ago today): 1973 – Monica Seles, Serbian-American tennis player[18]
Births (50 years ago today): 1973 – Lee Steele, English footballer
Births (50 years ago today): 1973 – Jan Ullrich, German cyclist
Deaths (300 years ago today): 1723 – Philippe II, Duke of Orléans (b. 1674)
Commemorations:
International Day for the Abolition of Slavery
History Quote of the Day
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