On this day in 1851, retired sea captain Thomas Sullivan helped establish the first YMCA in the United States in Boston.

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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 1851, retired sea captain Thomas Sullivan helped establish the first YMCA in the United States in Boston.

The first YMCA in the United States opens its doors in Boston - December 29th, 1851

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