The Past 70 Years: A Collaborative Timeline

October 1, 1949: A ceasefire agreement ends the Chinese Civil war with the Chinese Nationalists having control of most of China and getting the UNSC seat of China while the Communists get Manchuria, the area around Beijing, and most of Inner Mongolia.
 
September 21, 1947 - John F. Kennedy collapses in Claridge's, a London hotel. He breaks his neck during the fall, and is pronounced dead at the scene.

September 23, 1947 - The death of John F. Kennedy leads to Massachusetts's 11th congressional district, being without a Representative until a special election is held next year.

January 14, 1947 - Primaries take place within the district. The Democrats, went with Former Governor of Massachusetts, Maurice J. Tobin, known for being liberal who supported the New Deal and Fair Deal programs, and was outspoken in his support for labor unions. While Republicans chose Horace T. Cahill, former Lieutenant Governor of Massachusetts, with officials deciding that the election will be held on March 4.
 
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