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Today in History - March 26

Today is Wednesday, March 26, the 86th day of 2008. There are 280 days left in the year.

Today's Highlight in History:

On March 26, 1958, the U.S. Army launched America's third successful satellite, Explorer 3.

On this date:

In 1804, the Louisiana Purchase was divided into the Territory of Orleans and the District of Louisiana.

In 1827, composer Ludwig van Beethoven died in Vienna.

In 1892, poet Walt Whitman died in Camden, N.J.

In 1917, the Seattle Metropolitans became the first U.S. team to win the Stanley Cup as they defeated the Montreal Canadiens.

In 1958, "The Bridge on the River …

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