Today is National Umbrella Day
Today is National Umbrella Day The umbrella keeps us dry from the rain and can also protect us from the heat of the sun. The basic umbrella was invented some 4000+ years ago, evidenced in ancient art of Egypt, Greece…
History: First Davis Cup Final in 1900
History: First Davis Cup Final in 1900 On this day in 1900, the first Davis Cup final took place between the United States and Great Britain, then playing under the name of the British Isles. The first competition was held…
History: Last Edition of the Saturday Evening Post in 1969
History: Last Edition of the Saturday Evening Post in 1969 The Saturday Evening Post is an American magazine was a weekly publication from 1897 until 1963, then every two weeks until 1969. From the 1920s to the 1960s, it was…
Today in History: Beatle-Mania in the USA in 1964
Today in History: Beatle-Mania in the USA in 1964 On this day in 1964, the Beatles arrive on their first visit to the United States, where thousands of fans greet them at Kennedy Airport in New York in what can…
History: Bob Marley born in 1945
History: Bob Marley born in 1945 On this day in 1945, the Jamaican singer and songwriter Bob Marley was born. Considered one of the pioneers of reggae, Marley's contributions to music increased the visibility of Jamaican music worldwide and made…
Today in History: Premiere of Charlie Chaplin’s Modern Times in 1936
On this day in 1936, Charlie Chaplin's "Modern Times" premiered in the United States. Chaplin himself wrote and directed the movie and starred as the main character. The film was banned in Germany and Italy for its alleged communist tendencies.…
History: Southern Pacific completes “Sunset Route” in 1883
Today in History: Southern Pacific completes "Sunset Route" in 1883 On this day in 1883, Southern Pacific Railroad completed its transcontinental “Sunset Route” from New Orleans to California, consolidating its dominance over rail traffic to the Pacific. One of the…
Today is Bubble Gum Day
Today is Bubble Gum Day Celebrating Bubble Gum Day the first Friday of February every year doesn’t burst many people’s bubble. It’s a fun way to chew your favorite flavor of bubble gum, blow some spectacular bubbles and raise money,…
Today in History: Winter Olympic Games open in Japan
Today in History: Winter Olympic Games open in Japan On this day in 1972, the 11th Winter Olympic Games open in Sapporo, Japan. It was the first Winter Olympic Games to take place outside Europe and North America. Direct link…
Today in History: National League of Baseball founded in 1876
Today in History: National League of Baseball founded in 1876 On this day in 1876, the National League of Professional Baseball Clubs, commonly known as the National League (NL), was formed. The American League (AL) was established in 1901 and…