This Day in History: June 2
Here’s a brief look back in time for this day, June 2. In 1935, the famed Babe Ruth retires from the Major Leagues after 22 seasons. At this point in […]
This Day in History: June 1
Here’s a brief look back in time for this day, June 1. In 1968, Helen Keller, the prominent American author who became blind and deaf at a young age, dies […]
This Day in History: May 31
Here’s a brief look back in time for this day, May 31. In 1859, Big Ben, often regarded as London’s crown jewel, begins ticking for the first time. Officially known […]
This Day in History: May 30
Here’s a brief look back in time for this day, May 30. In 1431, Joan of Arc is burned at the stake on charges of heresy. She was captured by […]
This Day in History: May 29
Here’s a brief look back in time for this day, May 29. In 1848, the territory of Wisconsin enters the Union as the 30th U.S. state. Due to Wisconsin’s proximity […]
This Day in History: May 28
Here’s a brief look back in time for this day, May 28. In 1830, the Indian Removal Act is signed into law by 7th U.S. President Andrew Jackson. This formally […]
This Day in History: May 26
Here’s a brief look back in time for this day, May 26. In 1924, 30th U.S. President Calvin Coolidge signs into law the Immigration Act of 1924. Following World War […]
This Day in History: May 25
Here’s a brief look back in time for this day, May 25. In 1787, the Constitutional Convention begins convening to discuss reforms in the newly-established democratic government. This was when […]
This Day in History: May 24
Here’s a brief look back in time for this day, May 24. In 1883, the Brooklyn Bridge is opened to the public. This New York icon was the first bridge […]
This Day in History: May 23
Here’s a brief look back in time for this day, May 23. In 1701, Captain William Kidd is executed by hanging for piracy and murder in Essex, UK. It is […]