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November 15, 2023

On this day in history, November 15, 1956, Elvis makes big-screen debut in 'Love Me Tender'

Elvis Presley dominated the radio airwaves with five No. 1 hit songs while making his movie debut in "Love Me Tender" on Nov. 15, 1956. He appeared in 30 more Hollywood productions.

November 13, 2023

On this day in history, November 13, 1982, Vietnam Veterans Memorial is dedicated in Washington, DC

The Vietnam Veterans Memorial was dedicated on this day in history, Nov. 13, 1982. The memorial is quite different than others on the National Mall — here's what to know.

November 12, 2023

On this day in history, November 12, 1942, Naval Battle of Guadalcanal begins in the Solomon Islands

The Naval Battle of Guadalcanal, a battle between the United States and Japan in World War II in the Solomon Islands, began on this day in history, Nov. 12, 1942.

November 11, 2023

On this day in history, November 11, 1921, Tomb of Unknown Soldier is dedicated at Arlington National Cemetery

The Tomb of the Unknown Soldier was dedicated at Arlington National Cemetery on Nov. 11, 1921. The ceremony included a two-minute national moment of silence.

November 10, 2023

On this day in history, November 10, 1928, Notre Dame shocks Army to 'win one for Gipper' at Yankee Stadium

Notre Dame beat Army in the "Win one for the Gipper" game before 85,000 spectators at Yankee Stadium on Nov. 10, 1928, inspired by the memory of late football star George Gipp.

November 9, 2023

On this day in history, November 9, 1989, Berlin Wall falls, marking Cold War victory by US, western Allies

The Berlin Wall, which divided communist East Berlin from democratic West Berlin, fell amid confusion and joy on Nov. 9, 1989, effectively ending the Cold War.

November 8, 2023

On this day in history, November 8, 1864, President Lincoln defeats Gen. McClellan to win re-election

Republican President Abraham Lincoln defeated Democrat challenger Union Gen. George McLellan in the bitterly contested presidential election on this day in history, Nov. 8, 1864.

November 7, 2023

On this day in history, November 7, 1962, transformative first lady Eleanor Roosevelt dies in NYC home

Eleanor Roosevelt, who served as first lady for 12 years, died on this day in history, Nov. 7, 1962, after carving out her own legacy as one of the most influential women in American history.

November 6, 2023

On this day in history, November 6, 1984, Ronald Reagan wins re-election to the White House by a landslide

President Ronald Reagan beat Democrat challenger Walter Mondale in the November 1984 election on this day in history, Nov. 6, 1984, in one of the biggest landslides in history.

November 5, 2023

On this day in history, November 5, 1913, iconic actress Vivien Leigh is born in India

In India, on this day in history, Nov. 5, 1913, actress Vivien Leigh was born. She became an Oscar-winning actress, well-known for her role in "Gone with the Wind" and other films.