As 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.

On this day in history, the world witnessed a pivotal moment that would shape international relations for decades to come.

For 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

On June 13, 1971, The New York Times published the first installment of the classified Pentagon Papers, a 7,000-page study commissioned by the U.S. Department of Defense that chronicled the country's political and military involvement in the Vietnam War from 1945 to 1967. This daring act of whistleblowing by former military analyst Daniel Ellsberg and the Times' decision to publish the leaked documents marked a pivotal moment in American journalism and the fight for press freedom.

June 6, 1944 was a pivotal day in World War II and one of the most consequential days in modern history. On that fateful day, known as D-Day, the Allied forces launched the largest amphibious invasion ever undertaken, landing around 156,000 American, British and Canadian troops on the beaches of Normandy in northern France.The D-Day invasion, officially called Operation Overlord, was a brutal battle that turned the tide of the war against Nazi Germany. It marked the beginning of the liberation of German-occupied Western Europe from the grip of Adolf Hitler's forces.

This week, as we turn the pages of history, we land on a momentous occasion: the dedication of the Lincoln Memorial. On May 30th, 1922, a nation still healing from the Civil War came together to honor the man who preserved the Union,Abraham Lincoln.

This week marks the 141st anniversary of one of the most iconic engineering marvels and architectural achievements in American history - the opening of the Brooklyn Bridge on May 24, 1883. Spanning the East River between Manhattan and Brooklyn, this suspension bridge was dubbed the "Eighth Wonder of the World" upon its completion and is a marvel of 19th-century engineering.

81 years ago this last month, on April 19, 1943, the brave Jewish residents of the Warsaw Ghetto in Nazi-occupied Poland rose up against their oppressors in a historic act of resistance. The first shots rang out as the Jewish Combat Organization (ŻOB) and Jewish Military Union (ŻZW) fought back against the Nazis' efforts to deport the remaining ghetto inhabitants to the Treblinka extermination camp.

On May 9, 1974, the U.S. House of Representatives began formal impeachment hearings against President Richard Nixon, marking a pivotal moment in the Watergate scandal that would ultimately lead to his resignation.

Today, let's take a moment to remember a pivotal moment in American history – the protests at Kent State University in May 1970. It's a story worth revisiting, as it reminds us of the power of student activism and the importance of peaceful dissent.

In the spring of 1989, a wave of demonstrations swept through China, centered on Beijing's Tiananmen Square. What began as a mourning gathering for a pro-reform Communist leader transformed into a mass protest demanding political reform and greater personal freedoms. This movement, primarily led by university students, drew the world's attention and highlighted the Chinese people's disillusionment with the ruling Communist Party's restrictive policies.

On the evening of April 18, 1775, a young silversmith named Paul Revere embarked on one of the most famous rides in American history. As tensions between the American colonies and the British Empire reached a boiling point, Revere set out on a daring mission to warn his fellow patriots that the British troops were on the move.

On April 11, 1968, President Lyndon B. Johnson signed into law the landmark Civil Rights Act of 1968, also known as the Fair Housing Act. This historic legislation prohibited discrimination in the sale, rental, and financing of housing based on race, color, religion, or national origin.

Cast your minds back to a world just emerging from the ashes of World War II. Europe lay devastated, and the Cold War cast a long shadow. It was in this tense climate that a powerful alliance was born: The North Atlantic Treaty Organization, or NATO.

Eighty-five years ago, a dark cloud settled over Spain. The brutal Spanish Civil War, a conflict that had ravaged the country for nearly three years, finally ground to a halt. This day marked the fall of Madrid, the Republican stronghold, to the Nationalist forces led by General Francisco Franco.

In the serene town of Constable, New York, an extraordinary woman came into the world—a woman destined to challenge norms, shatter barriers, and etch her legacy in the annals of dentistry. Her name? Lucy Hobbs Taylor.

March is here, bringing with it Women's History Month – a time to honor the remarkable achievements of women and reflect on the journey toward gender equality. This year's theme, "Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion," resonates deeply, urging us to dismantle barriers, celebrate unique perspectives, and build truly inclusive spaces.

February 29, 1940, marked an extraordinary night, illuminated by the radiant lights of the 12th Academy Awards. Hattie McDaniel, a brilliant Black actress and the daughter of formerly enslaved parents, achieved an unprecedented feat: claiming the coveted golden statuette for Best Supporting Actress, thus becoming the first African American to receive an Oscar. This triumph surpassed personal victory; it shattered racial barriers in Hollywood, instilling hope for a future marked by greater inclusion.

Lake Placid, New York – The air was crisp, and the Olympic Center buzzed with anticipation. The stage was set for an epic showdown between two hockey powerhouses: the United States and the Soviet Union. Little did we know that this clash would become one of the most iconic moments in sports history—the “Miracle on Ice.”

This week, on January 26th, we commemorate the birthday of a woman synonymous with the relentless pursuit of justice and challenging the status quo: Angela Davis. Her name conjures powerful imagery – the raised fist, the unyielding gaze, and words that spark revolutions. Beyond the iconic persona lies a legacy of activism, scholarship, and an unswerving commitment to human rights.