On a chilly November afternoon in 1863, President Abraham Lincoln delivered what would become one of the most significant speeches in American history. The occasion was the dedication of the Soldiers' National Cemetery in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, just four months after the brutal Battle of Gettysburg had claimed over 50,000 casualties.
Read MoreOn a crisp autumn day in 1967, President Lyndon B. Johnson took a historic step that would forever transform America's media landscape. With the stroke of a pen, he signed the Public Broadcasting Act, establishing the Corporation for Public Broadcasting (CPB) and laying the foundation for what would become PBS and NPR.
Read MoreOn a crisp autumn morning in October 1922, thousands of black-shirted men descended upon Rome. Their synchronized march would forever change the course of Italian history. This was no spontaneous uprising, but rather a carefully orchestrated power grab by Benito Mussolini and his National Fascist Party that would transform Italy into the first fascist state in Europe.
Read MoreIn October 1962, the world held its breath as the United States and the Soviet Union engaged in a tense nuclear standoff that would become known as the Cuban Missile Crisis. For thirteen days, humanity stood closer to nuclear war than at any other point in history.
Read MoreToday marks a significant milestone in American labor history. On October 24, 1940, exactly 84 years ago, the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) went into full effect, establishing the 40-hour work week across the United States. This pivotal moment reshaped the American workplace and continues to impact our lives today.
Read MoreOn this day in 1931, one of the most notorious gangsters in American history, Alphonse "Al" Capone, was convicted of tax evasion. This landmark case marked the downfall of the infamous Chicago mob boss and demonstrated the power of financial investigations in bringing down criminals who seemed untouchable through traditional law enforcement methods.
Read MoreIn the annals of military history, few stories are as inspiring and extraordinary as that of Desmond Doss. A man of unwavering faith and incredible courage, Doss saved at least 75 lives during the Battle of Okinawa in World War II, all while refusing to carry a weapon due to his religious beliefs.
Read MoreOctober 3rd marks a pivotal moment in German history—the Day of German Unity. This national holiday commemorates the reunification of Germany in 1990, a momentous event that brought an end to decades of division and ushered in a new era of hope and prosperity.
Read MoreAs Reverend Al Sharpton approaches his 70th birthday this week, we reflect on the impactful journey of this prominent civil rights leader, minister, and political activist.
Read More41 years ago this week, on September 26, 1983, the world came perilously close to nuclear annihilation. The fact that we're here today to tell this story is largely thanks to one man: Stanislav Petrov, a lieutenant colonel in the Soviet Air Defense Forces.
Read More228 years ago this week, on September 19, 1796, President George Washington took a momentous step that would shape the course of American politics for centuries to come. He delivered his farewell address, not as a speech, but as a letter published in the American Daily Advertiser, a Philadelphia newspaper.
Read MoreThis week we celebrate the birthday of Jesse Owens, one of the most iconic athletes in Olympic history and a pivotal figure in the fight against racial discrimination.
Read MoreAugust 24, 1814, marks one of the darkest days in early American history. On this date, British forces marched into Washington, D.C., and set fire to several important government buildings, including the White House and the Capitol. This event, known as the Burning of Washington, was a significant moment in the War of 1812 and left a lasting impact on the young nation.
Read MoreA Historic Stand Against Apartheid: U.S. Senate Defies Reagan Administration on South African Sanctions"
Read MoreOn August 1, 1980, Vigdís Finnbogadóttir made history as the first woman to be democratically elected as head of state in the world. Her groundbreaking victory as President of Iceland marked a significant milestone in the global fight for gender equality and women's representation in politics.
Read MoreThis week marks what would have been the 104th birthday of Rosalind Franklin, a brilliant scientist whose work was crucial to understanding the structure of DNA. Born on July 25, 1920, in London, Franklin's contributions to science were overlooked for many years, but her legacy continues to inspire researchers today.
Read MoreOn July 11, 1960, Harper Lee's debut novel "To Kill a Mockingbird" was published, marking the beginning of a literary journey that would captivate readers for generations to come. At the age of 34, Lee introduced the world to Scout Finch, Atticus Finch, and the fictional town of Maycomb, Alabama, forever changing the landscape of American literature.
Read MoreAs July 3rd approaches, baseball fans and civil rights advocates alike prepare to celebrate what would have been Jackie Robinson's 105th birthday. His story, one of courage and perseverance, began decades ago on a crisp spring day in 1947, the crack of a bat echoed through Ebbets Field in Brooklyn. To the casual observer, it was just another opening day in baseball. But this day was different. This day would change America forever.
Read MoreOn this day in history, the world witnessed a pivotal moment that would shape international relations for decades to come.
Read MoreFor this week's Remember When post, we're going back nearly half a century to June 20, 1975 - the day the summer blockbuster movie "Jaws" was unleashed into theaters across America. Based on the best-selling novel by Peter Benchley, this classic thriller directed by Steven Spielberg became an overnight phenomenon that changed the film industry forever
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