George Patton 1885
- 1851 - The telescope was patented by Alvan Clark.
- 1918 - World War I came to an end when the Allies and Germany signed an armistice. This day became recognized as Veteran's Day in the United States.
- 1921 - The Tomb of the Unknowns was dedicated at Arlington Cemetery in Virginia by U.S. President Harding.
- 1940 - The Jeep made its debut.
- 1942 - During World War II, Germany completed its occupation of France.
- 1993 - In Washington, DC, the Vietnam Women's Memorial was dedicated to honor the more than 11,000 women who had served in the Vietnam War.
- 1998 - Israel's Cabinet ratified a land-for-peace agreement with the Palestinians.
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