The German ambassador to Mexico received a coded telegram from German Foreign Secretary Arthur Zimmerman on this day in 1917. 

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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.

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The German ambassador to  Mexico received a coded telegram from German Foreign Secretary Arthur Zimmerman on this day in 1917.

Zimmermann Telegram Sent - Jan. 19, 1917

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On this day in 1840, the introduction of the Penny Black postage stamp revolutionized the British postal system. 

On this day in 1840, the introduction of the Penny Black postage stamp revolutionized the British postal system.

The world's first postage stamp is issued - May 1st, 1840

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On this day in 1952, Mr. Potato Head became the first toy to be advertised on television.

On this day in 1952, Mr. Potato Head became the first toy to be advertised on television.

The first toy commercial airs on TV - April 30th, 1952

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On this day in 1945, the world famous Peace rose was introduced to gardeners at a special ceremony in Pasadena, California. 

On this day in 1945, the world famous Peace rose was introduced to gardeners at a special ceremony in Pasadena, California.

The Peace rose is introduced in the United States - April 29th, 1945

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Zimmermann Telegram Sent - Jan. 19, 1917

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