On This Date October 28,1776 and 1886- Battle of White Plains; and the Statue of Liberty is dedicated

October 28, 1776 – Battle of White Plains: The Continental Army loses to the British; George
Washington retreats to New Jersey
October 28, 1886 – Statue of Liberty dedicated by US President Grover Cleveland (the only
President born in New Jersey), celebrated by first confetti (ticker tape) parade in New York City

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Oct 28 2025

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