Today is Wednesday November 3, 2010
22 Days till Thanksgiving
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National Sandwich Day
Today is a celebration of one of America's favorite foods: the sandwich. It is no coincidence that November 3 is also the birthday of John Montagu, the fourth Earl of Sandwich. This 18th-century English noble wanted to eat his meal with one hand during a 24-hour gambling event, so he instructed his servants to serve him his lunch meat between two slices of bread. In celebration of this occasion, November 3 is now celebrated as National Sandwich Day!
What's the most popular sandwich in America? Why, the hamburger, of course! Chicken sandwiches are a close second. Whether you make yours at home or at a restaurant, sandwiches are great because you can make them as healthy or unhealthy as you want! Celebrate National Sandwich Day by enjoying your favorite type of sandwich.
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On this day in History:
| 1507 - Leonardo DaVinci was commissioned by the husband of Lisa Gherardini to paint her. The work is known as the Mona Lisa. 1839 - The first Opium War between China and Britain erupted. 1903 - Panama proclaimed its independence from Columbia. 1953 - The Rules Committee of organized baseball restored the sacrifice fly. The rule had not been used since 1939. 1957 - Sun Records released "Great Balls of Fire" by Jerry Lee Lewis. 1988 - The U2 concert movie "Rattle And Hum" opened. 1997 - John Denver's last recording, "The Unplugged Collection," was released in the UK. 1998 - Minnesota elected Jesse "The Body" Ventura, a former pro wrestler, as its governor |
Quote of the Day:
"Dost thou love life? Then do not squander time; for that is the stuff life is made of." --Benjamin Franklin
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