1801CE
Politics
Thomas Jefferson Elected President
Thomas Jefferson is elected President of the United States by the House of Representatives after a tie with Aaron Burr.
Daily Chronicle
February 17
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1864CE
War
First Submarine Sinks an Enemy Ship
The Confederate submarine H.L. Hunley sinks the Union ship USS Housatonic, the first successful submarine attack.
1963CE
Birth
Michael Jordan Born
Michael Jordan is an American businessman and former professional basketball player, widely considered the greatest of all time. His athletic prowess and massive commercial success with Nike's Air Jordan brand made him a global cultural icon.