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BY Jennifer Mattson

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Americans are gearing up for a big day today, hitting the polls in what could be the most consequential election in recent U.S. history. As it happens, there’s another big event that you may not have heard of, but that could prove to be a nice distraction: National Sandwich Day.

Each year on November 3, restaurants and fast-food chains recognize one of America’s favorite culinary inventions—whether you stack it high or thin—with discounts, deals, and free food.

Here’s what to know.

What is National Sandwich Day?

National Sandwich Day is named after—you guessed it—the 4th Earl of Sandwich, John Montagu, otherwise known as the creative genius behind that popular invention that places meat between two pieces of bread.…