On this day in history, August 10, 1846, the Smithsonian Institution is created: 'Diffusion of knowledge'

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The world’s largest museum complex, the Smithsonian Institution, was founded on this day in history, Aug. 10, 1846, after English scientist James Smithson made a generous gift.

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