The restoration of friendly relations.
Reconciliation
Fact of the Day
When George Washington campaigned for the Virginia election in 1758, he bought every eligible voter three pints of alcohol.
Quote of the Day
"It is better for aged diplomats to be bored than for young men to die.
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~ Warren Robinson Austin, US ambassador to the UN
On This Day
1787 The 'First Fleet' of 11 ships carrying convicts to Australia left England.
1888 Slavery was abolished in Brazil.