Today in history, November 6, 2026
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Today is Friday, Nov. 6, the 310th day of 2026. There are 55 days left in the year. Today in history: On Nov. 6, 1860, former Illinois congressman Abraham Lincoln of the Republican Party was elected president of the United States as he defeated John Breckinridge, John Bell and Stephen Douglas. Also on this date:
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Today in history, November 6, 2026
Today is Friday, Nov. 6, the 310th day of 2026. There are 55 days left in the year. Today in history: On Nov. 6, 1860, former Illinois congressman Abraham Lincoln of the Republican Party was elected president of the United States as he defeated John Breckinridge, John Bell...
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