November 28 brings together a rich blend of diplomatic moments, frontier expansion, cultural milestones, aviation breakthroughs, and national celebrations. From the earliest days of the Republic to the height of modern innovation, this date reflects the ongoing evolution of America’s identity and global influence.

Below are ten significant events that took place on November 28.

1. 1785 — The Treaty of Hopewell Is Signed

Representatives of the United States and the Cherokee Nation signed the Treaty of Hopewell in South Carolina. It was one of the first major agreements between the federal government and a Native American tribe, shaping early U.S. policy in the Southeast. Though later broken, the treaty is an important early example of diplomacy on the frontier.

2. 1820 — The Whale Ship

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