On this day in 1791, American author and astronomer Benjamin Banneker wrote a 1,400-word letter to Thomas Jefferson, challenging his views on slavery.
This Day in History Class
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A laugh track is used in a TV show for the first time - September 9th, 1950
Carnation processes its first cans of evaporated milk - September 6th, 1899
AIDS activists wrap a giant condom over Senator Jesse Helms’ house - September 5th, 1991