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April1776

Historical Events in April 1776

Apr 1 Friedrich von Klinger's "Sturm und Drang" premieres in Leipzig

Washington's Honorary Degree

Apr 3 Harvard College votes to award George Washington an honorary Doctor of Laws (LL.D.) degree

First US President and Founding Father George Washington

Apr 7 Captain John Barry and the USS Lexington captures the Edward
Apr 12 Halifax resolution for independence adopted by North Carolina
Apr 15 Duchess of Kingston found guilty of bigamy

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