This Day In History - October 21

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This Day In History - October 21

Today is the 295th day of 2020. There are 71 days left in the year. TODAY'S HIGHLIGHT1967: Tens of thousands of Vietnam War protesters march in Washington, DC.OTHER EVENTS1797: The US Navy frigate Constitution, also known as Old Ironsides, is launched in Boston's harbour.

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