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Coverage dated October 28, 2026

Today in History: October 28, Statue of Liberty dedicated in New York

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Today is Wednesday, Oct. 28, the 301st day of 2026. There are 64 days left in the year. Today in history: On Oct. 28, 1886, the Statue of Liberty, a gift from the people of France, was dedicated in New York Harbor by President Grover Cleveland. Also on this date: In 1636, the General Court...

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  1. The Boston Globe

    Today in history: Statue of Liberty dedicated in New York (opens The Boston Globe)

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    Today is Wednesday, Oct. 28, the 301st day of 2026. There are 64 days left in the year.

  2. WTOP Washington DC

    Today in History: October 28, Statue of Liberty dedicated in New York (opens WTOP Washington DC)

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    Today is Wednesday, Oct. 28, the 301st day of 2026. There are 64 days left in the year. Today in history: On Oct. 28, 1886, the Statue of Liberty, a gift from the people of France, was dedicated in New York Harbor by President Grover Cleveland. Also on this date: In 1636, the General Court...