On this day in 1862, the Homestead Act was signed into law by President Abraham Lincoln.

<p>On this day in 1862, the Homestead Act was signed into law by President Abraham Lincoln.</p>

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

President Lincoln signs the Homestead Act - May 20th, 1862

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