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1863 - The Confederates were routed at the bloody Battle of Gettysburg.1890 - Idaho was admitted to the union as the 43rd state.
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Today in American History - July 3
By Martin Kelly, About.com Guide
1890 - Idaho was admitted to the union as the 43rd state.
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