(LOOTPRESS) – November 23 brings together a wide range of pivotal American moments — from Civil War strategy and Prohibition battles to groundbreaking scientific discoveries and cultural milestones. It’s a day that highlights the breadth of the American experience: wartime courage, technological innovation, and the steady march of progress across multiple fields.

Below are ten significant events that occurred on this date.

1. 1863 — The Battle for Chattanooga Begins in Earnest

Major General Ulysses S. Grant initiated the opening moves of what would become a decisive victory for Union forces in Chattanooga. The campaign ultimately broke Confederate control of the region and opened a pathway deep into the South, setting the stage for Sherman’s march toward Atlanta.

2. 1921 — Harding Sign

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