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1844

6.6.1844

The Young Men's Christian Association (YMCA) is founded in London.

1851

12.9.1851

The first YMCA in North America is established in Montreal, Quebec.

12.29.1851

The first American YMCA opens in Boston, Massachusetts.

1892

1.20.1892

At the YMCA in Springfield, Massachusetts, the first official basketball game is played.