On this day in 1900, the Gold Standard Act went into effect, making gold the sole standard for redeeming paper money.

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From the desk of “Stuff You Missed in History Class,” “This Day in History Class” quickly recounts a tidbit from today’s events in history.

This Day in History Class

On this day in 1900, the Gold Standard Act went into effect, making gold the sole standard for redeeming paper money.

Gold Standard Act signed - March 14, 1900

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