On April 18, 1949, the Republic of Ireland Act went into force, creating a republic in the state of Ireland.
On April 18, 1949, the Republic of Ireland Act went into force, creating a republic in the state of Ireland.
Israel parliament meets for the first time
On February 14, 1949, Israel's parliament, the Knesset, convened for the first time, and Joseph Shprinzak was elected as its first Speaker. Read a history of the First Knesset from the Knesset archives.
Congress approved voting machines in federal elections
On February 14, 1899, Congress approved the use of voting machines in federal elections. Listen to a brief history of voting machines from the Council of State Governments.
