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December 28, 2012

This Year in History: 2012

As 2011 comes to an end, explore some of the year’s stories, as covered by History in the Headlines.

December 29, 2011

As the year comes to an end, explore the top History in the Headlines stories published in 2011, from breaking news to special features.

December 28, 2010

As 2011 prepares to make its arrival, we take a look at some of the most exciting and consequential stories from this year in history.

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