This Day in History Class
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Atomic-generated electricity is sold for the first time - July 18th, 1955
On this day in 1955, a ceremony commemorating the first sale of atomic electricity was held at a power plant in West Milton, New York. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Willis Carrier designs the first modern air conditioner - July 17th, 1902
On this day in 1902, mechanical engineer Willis Carrier completed his design for what would become the first modern air conditioner.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Edward Whymper becomes the first person to scale the Matterhorn - July 14th, 1865
On this day in 1865, British climber Edward Whymper and six companions completed the first ascent of the Matterhorn.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
A major blackout strikes New York City - July 13th, 1977
On this day in 1977, a citywide power outage created total chaos in New York City.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Etch A Sketch is introduced - July 12th, 1960
On this day in 1960, the Ohio Art Company released a new mechanical drawing toy called the Etch A Sketch.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Earth welcomes its five billionth human - July 11th, 1987
On this day in 1987, the United Nations proclaimed a newborn boy the world’s five billionth inhabitant.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Death Valley experiences the world's highest recorded temperature - July 10th, 1913
On this day in 1913, a weather observer in Death Valley measured a record high temperature of 134°F.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Hawaiian Islands are annexed by the United States - July 7th, 1898
On this day in 1898, President William McKinley signed a joint resolution annexing the Hawaiian islands to the United States.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Flashback episode - July 6th
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Flashback episode - July 5th
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Flashback episode - July 4th
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President Reagan relights the newly restored Statue of Liberty - July 3rd, 1986
On this day in 1986, President Ronald Reagan rededicated the Statue of Liberty in honor of its centennial anniversary.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Margaret Mitchell's Gone With the Wind is published - June 30th, 1936
On this day in 1936, the novel “Gone With the Wind” by Margaret Mitchell was first published by the Macmillan Company.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The San Diego Chicken is re-hatched at Jack Murphy Stadium - June 29th, 1979
On this day in 1979, an early sports mascot named the San Diego Chicken made his triumphant return to professional baseball.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Freedmen’s Bank fails - June 28th, 1874
On this day in 1874, all branches of the Freedmen’s Bank closed their doors for good. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The yen is adopted as the official currency of Japan - June 27th, 1871
On this day in 1871, the yen became the national currency of Japan.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The first barcode is scanned at an Ohio supermarket - June 26th, 1974
On this day in 1974, products marked with barcodes were sold for the first time at a supermarket in Troy, Ohio. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Tim Burton’s Batman is released in theaters - June 23rd, 1989
On this day in 1989, Tim Burton’s Batman made its theatrical debut.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hanson Gregory allegedly invents the modern doughnut - June 22nd, 1847
On this day in 1847, according to culinary legend, American sailor Hanson Gregory invented the ring-shaped doughnut. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Tiny Broadwick becomes the first woman to parachute from an airplane - June 21st, 1913
On this day in 1913, Georgia “Tiny” Broadwick became the first woman to skydive from an airplane.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Flashback episode - June 20th
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The first Father's Day is celebrated in Spokane, Washington - June 19th, 1910
On this day in 1910, Father's Day was celebrated for the first time in Spokane, Washington.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Rudolf Nureyev defects from the Soviet Union - June 16th, 1961
On this day in 1961, Russian ballet dancer Rudolf Nureyev defected from the Soviet Union at an airport in Paris. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
U.S. Vice President Dan Quayle misspells "potato" - June 15th, 1992
On this day in 1992, during a campaign stop at a New Jersey elementary school, Vice President Dan Quayle misspelled the word “potato.”See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Americans take part in the first nationwide civil defense drill - June 14th, 1954
On this day in 1954, the United States conducted the first in a series of nationwide civil defense tests known as Operation Alert.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
King Ludwig II of Bavaria dies under mysterious circumstances - June 13th, 1886
On this day in 1886, the body of Bavarian king Ludwig II was found floating in Lake Starnberg, just south of Munich. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Bryan Allen makes the first human-powered flight across the English Channel - June 12th, 1979
On this day in 1979, hang glider pilot and amateur cyclist Bryan Allen made the first human-powered flight across the English Channel. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The first Automat restaurant opens in Philadelphia - June 9th, 1902
On this day in 1902, America's first coin-operated cafeteria opened in Philadelphia.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Pope Leo X's pet elephant dies - June 8th, 1516
On this day in 1516, Pope Leo X’s favorite pet, a rare white elephant named Hanno, passed away at the age of seven. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Elvis Presley's Graceland is opened to the public - June 7th, 1982
On this day in 1982, Elvis Presley’s Memphis home was opened to the public for tours. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Battle of Stoney Creek halts the U.S. invasion of Canada - June 6th, 1813
On this day in 1813, British forces launched a surprise attack on U.S. troops encamped at Stoney Creek, Ontario. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Green Belt Movement plants its first trees - June 5th, 1977
On this day in 1977, the Green Belt Movement began with the planting of seven trees at Kamukunji Park in Nairobi, Kenya.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Native Americans are granted U.S. citizenship - June 2nd, 1924
On this day in 1924, President Calvin Coolidge signed into law the Indian Citizenship Act, granting citizenship to all Native Americans born in the United States. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Captain John Lawrence coins the Navy motto "Don't give up the ship" - June 1st, 1813
On this day in 1813, after being mortally wounded at the Battle of Boston Harbor, Captain James Lawrence issued his final command: “Don’t give up the ship.” See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The first U.S. copyright law is enacted - May 31st, 1790
On this day in 1790, the first U.S. federal copyright law was signed into effect by President George Washington. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Flashback episode - May 30th
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The U.S. government snubs Black Gold Star mothers and widows - May 29th, 1930
On this day in 1930, the U.S. War Department insisted that Black mothers and widows must travel on segregated boats in order to visit their loved ones’ graves in Europe.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
John Lennon and Yoko One begin their second "bed-in" for peace - May 26th, 1969
On this day in 1969, John Lennon and Yoko Ono began a week-long bed-in for peace at a hotel in Montreal, Canada. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
A Pennsylvania man is buried in his prized Corvette - May 25th, 1994
On this day in 1994, the ashes of Pennsylvania native George Swanson were buried in the driver’s seat of his beloved sports car. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Russian engineers begin drilling the world's deepest hole - May 24th, 1970
On this day in 1970, Soviet engineers began drilling the deepest man-made hole ever dug.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
President George Washington offers a reward for the capture of Ona Judge - May 23rd, 1796
On this day in 1796, George and Martha Washington offered a $10 reward for the capture of an escaped enslaved woman named Ona Judge. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
A Southern congressman beats a Northern senator with a cane - May 22nd, 1856
On this day in 1856, Congressman Preston Brooks attacked Senator Charles Sumner with a metal-tipped cane.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The first Jumping Frog Jubilee is held in Calaveras County - May 19th, 1928
On this day in 1928, more than 15,000 people attended a now-annual frog jumping contest in Calaveras County, California. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Grauman's Chinese Theatre opens in Hollywood - May 18th, 1927
On this day in 1927, Grauman’s Chinese Theatre opened on Hollywood Boulevard, marking the debut of one of the world’s most iconic cinemas.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Peter Mundy records the first description of a merry-go-round - May 17th, 1620
On this day in 1620, English traveler Peter Mundy wrote the earliest known description of a carousel ride. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The discovery of the Ozone Hole is announced - May 16th, 1985
On this day in 1985, the discovery of the Antarctic ozone hole was first reported in the scientific journal Nature. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Abe Fortas resigns from the U.S. Supreme Court - May 15th, 1969
On this day in 1969, Justice Abe Fortas stepped down from the Supreme Court due to his involvement in a financial scandal.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The NOAA announces that hurricanes will no longer be named solely after women - May 12th, 1978
On this day in 1978, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration announced that it would no longer name hurricanes exclusively after women.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The B.F. Goodrich Company introduces the tubeless tire - May 11th, 1947
On this day in 1947, the B.F. Goodrich Company announced its development of a tubeless car tire. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
American children's author Shel Silverstein dies - May 10th, 1999
On this day in 1999, beloved children’s author Shel Silverstein died of a heart attack at his home in Key West, Florida. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.