1492 The Emirate of Granada Falls, Completing the Reconquista
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On January 2nd, 1492, the Emirate of Granada, the last Muslim stronghold in Spain, fell to the Catholic Monarchs Ferdinand II of Aragon and Isabella I of Castile. This event marked the completion of the Reconquista.
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1788 Georgia Becomes the Fourth U.S. State
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Georgia, known for its peaches and rich history, became the fourth state of the United States on January 2nd, 1788. It played a significant role in the development of the American South.
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1974 President Richard Nixon Signs the Emergency Highway Energy Conservation Act
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Facing an energy crisis, President Richard Nixon signed the Emergency Highway Energy Conservation Act on January 2nd, 1974. The act imposed a national speed limit and promoted energy-saving measures on highways.
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