1792CE
Politics
United States Mint Established
The United States Congress passes the Coinage Act, establishing the U.S. Mint and regulating the coinage of the United States.
Daily Chronicle
April 2
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1805CE
Birth
Hans Christian Andersen Born
A Danish author best remembered for his literary fairy tales, which include "The Little Mermaid," "The Ugly Duckling," and "The Snow Queen."
1982CE
War
Falklands War Begins
Argentine forces launch an invasion of the Falkland Islands, sparking a ten-week war with the United Kingdom.