Here are ten historical events that took place on April 4th, listed in chronological order: 1147: The Portuguese capture the Moorish-held city of Santarém during the Second Crusade. 1581: Francis Drake is knighted by Queen Elizabeth I for his actions during the circumnavigation of the globe. 1818: The United States Congress adopts the flag ofContinue reading “This Day in History: April 4th”
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