day in history

Here’s a look at some interesting events that took place on this day in history: 1861 – The Constitution of the Confederate States of America is adopted (More info) 1941 – President Franklin D. Roosevelt signs the Lend-Lease Act into law, allowing American-built war supplies to be shipped to the Allies on loan (More info) 1993 – Janet Reno is confirmed by the United States Senate and sworn in the

Here’s a look at some interesting events that took place on this day in history: 1789 – The first session of the United States Congress is held in New York City as the US Constitution takes effect (More info) 1917 – Jeannette Rankin of Montana becomes the first female member of the United States House of Representatives (More info)