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Alexander Milne Calder
1846Aug, 23

Alexander Milne Calder

Alexander Milne Calder, Scottish-American sculptor (d. 1923)
Alexander Milne Calder (August 23, 1846 – June 4, 1923) (MILL-nee) was a Scottish American sculptor best known for the architectural sculpture of Philadelphia City Hall. Both his son, Alexander Stirling Calder, and grandson, Alexander "Sandy" Calder, became significant sculptors in the 20th century.

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    President James K. Polk asked for a Declaration of War against Mexico, starting the Mexican-American War. It is approved on May 13.
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  • 24Sep

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