On this day in 1822, Joseph Marion Hernández became the first Hispanic member of the United States Congress.

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<p>On this day in 1822, Joseph Marion Hernández became the first Hispanic member of the United States Congress.</p><p> </p> Learn more about your ad-choices at <a href="https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com">https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com</a>

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 1822, Joseph Marion Hernández became the first Hispanic member of the United States Congress.

Joseph Marion Hernández becomes the first Hispanic person elected to Congress - September 30th, 1822

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