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This Day in History for October 18 – Alaska Becomes US Territory and More
Here’s a look at some interesting events that took place on this day in history:
1469 – Ferdinand of Aragon marries Isabella of Castile in Valladolid, beginning a cooperative reign that would unite Spain and elevate the nation to a dominant world power (More info)
1648 – Boston Shoemakers form the first US labor organization (More info)