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Which came first: Auld Lang Syne or the White House?
Auld Lang Syne came first, in 1788 (written). The White House followed 12 years later, in 1800 (first occupied).
- First1788
Auld Lang Syne
song · writtenRobert Burns wrote down the words of Auld Lang Syne in 1788.
- Second1800
The White House
landmark · first occupiedJohn Adams moved into the White House in 1800, before it was even finished.
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