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A bit of March 2nd history…
1836 - Republic of Texas declares its independence from Mexico
1877 - US Electoral Commission declares Hayes winner of the presidential election with an electoral vote of 185-184 against Tilden
1888 - The Convention of Constantinople signed, guaranteeing free maritime passage through Suez Canal during war and peace
1965 - “The Sound of Music” is released (pictured)
1974 - Grand jury concludes US President Nixon is involved in Watergate cover-up
1983 - Compact Disc (CD) recordings introduced
2014 - President Vladimir Putin receives unanimous approval from Russia’s parliament to send troops to the Ukraine