Unification
Utah becomes the 45th state of the Union
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1896 in United States of America
Explore 13 historical events and records for United States of America in 1896.
Historical records for United States of America in 1896
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January
March
Invasion of Nicaragua
US Marines land in Nicaragua, to protect US citizens at the outbreak of revolution
June
Birth of Wallis Simpson
Birth of Wallis Simpson
July
Cross of Gold Speech
Bryan condemns exclusive gold monometallism and campaigns for free silver coinage.
Other events (month unknown)
Burial
The Duke and Duchess of Windsor are buried together on the grounds of Windsor Castle
Discovery of Graphite
Invents a new method for producing graphite
Election
Wins the presidential election for the 1st time
Gold Standard Campaign
McKinley campaigns for sound money and continued maintenance of the gold standard.
McKinley Campaign
Manages William McKinley's Illinois campaign during the presidential election.
Moves to Pittsburgh
Cather moved to Pittsburgh and worked in journalism and education.
Ochs Acquires New York Times
Adolph Ochs took control of the struggling newspaper and began developing its reputation for dependable national and international journalism.
Olympic Gold Medal
Winner of the triple jump Olympic Gold Medal, 1st medal in modern Olympic history
The Principles of Sociology
Publication of "The Principles of Sociology"
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