Wednesday, April 21, 2010

TODAY IN HISTORY

APRIL 21

1974:Lee Elder ends the Masters’ policy of whites-only invitations by winning the Monsanto Open, thereby guaranteeing himself a spot in the golf tournament.

1789:
John Adams takes the oath of office to become the first vice president of the United States.

1836:
Sam Houston leads Texans to independence with a victory against the Mexican army in the battle of San Jacinto.

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