March 13, 1852 - An Uncle Sam cartoon was published for the first time. The original drawing was done by Frank Henry Bellew.

March 13, 1865 - As the outcome of the war began to appear favorable to the Union army, the Confederacy allowed black slaves to enlist as soldiers.

March 13, 1868 - The impeachment trial of President Andrew Johnson begins.

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March 13, 1877 - Chester Greenwood receives a patent for earmuffs.

March 13, 1940 - The first "road" comedy starring Bob Hope and Bing Crosby, premieres in theaters. The Road to Singapore also starred Dorothy Lamour.
 

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