This Day In History: January 13

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This Day in History Video: What Happened on January 13

Johnny Cash sang at Folsom Prison, George Washington added two stars to the American flag, the first African American governor was elected, Pope Honorius II recognized the Knights of the Templar in This Day in History video. The date was January 13. The two stars Washington added to the American flag represented Vermont and Kentucky.

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