History: Alphonse Maria Mucha is born in 1860On this day in 1860, the talented Czech Art Nouveau poster artist, illustrator and designer was born. Mucha initially worked as a theatrical scene painter in Vienna before a benefactor discovered his talents…
History: Ireland Bans Smoking in the Workplace In 2004, Ireland becomes the first country to ban smoking in all workplaces. Contrary to initial concerns, the ban had no adverse economic effects, and soon several other countries passed similar legislation. According…
History: Art Nouveau conquers Vienna in 1918 On this day in 1918, the first exhibition of the "Secession" art movement opened in Vienna. This Austrian artists' association wanted to set itself apart from the established art business and created the…
History: Alcohol became illegal in most U.S. states in 1919 On this day in 1919, alcohol became illegal in most states of America. Americans were worried about the adverse effects that alcohol consumption brings. Upon being approved by a 36th…
History: Ireland established (renamed) in 1937 A new constitution, established by a national referendum, changed the name of the Irish Free state to Ireland. The Irish Free State was a part of the British Commonwealth and was established in 1922…
History: Apple goes public in 1980 On this day in 1980, Apple makes its initial public offering at $22 per share. 38 years later, it would become the first US company valued at over $1 trillion. View at https://tinyurl.com/5n8vr4p6 #Apple…
Today in History: Ukraine Chernobyl Nuclear Disaster in 1986 On this day in 1986, an explosion and fire at the No. 4 reactor of the Chernobyl nuclear power plant in Ukraine resulted in a nuclear meltdown sending radioactivity into the…
History: Apple's Macintosh computer was introduced during the Super Bowl On this day in 1984, a new Apple Computer was introduced. The ad for the new Macintosh computer was first displayed during the Super Bowl. Two days later, Steve Jobs…
History: Ireland Bans Smoking in the Workplace In 2004, Ireland becomes the first country to ban smoking in all workplaces. Contrary to initial concerns, the ban had no adverse economic effects, and soon several other countries passed similar legislation. According…
History: Art Nouveau conquers Vienna in 1918 On this day in 1918, the first exhibition of the "Secession" art movement opened in Vienna. This Austrian artists' association wanted to set itself apart from the established art business and created the…