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 […]