This week in history: Scott and Aaron remember St. Patrick and Mr. Rogers – as well as a dog who became celebrated as a World War I hero. Also: Johnny Appleseed spreads fruit (and liquor) across America; and Great Britain repeals the Stamp Act in 1766 – but the U.S. imposes its own stamp tax later, to help protect migratory birds.

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