A quick look at Today in History, check out some Celebrity Birthdays, and find out what Days of the Year to celebrate.
TODAY IN HISTORY:
1858 – Charles Darwin first published his theory of evolution through natural selection in “The Journal of Proceedings of the Linnean Society of London”.
1866 – The National Labor Union in the U.S. recommended an eight-hour workday.
1866 – The formal declaration by President Andrew Johnson that the American Civil War was over. Fighting had stopped months earlier.
1920 – The first commercial radio station, 8MK (now WWJ), began operations in Detroit, MI. The radio station claimed they were the the first radio station in the world to broadcast regularly scheduled programs.
1923 – The first American dirigible, the “Shenandoah,” was launched in Lakehurst, NJ.
1938 – Lou Gehrig hit his 23rd career grand slam, a record that stood for 75 years until it was broken by Alex Rodriguez.
1939 – The National Bowling Association was founded in Detroit, MI.
1948 – The largest crowd to see a nighttime major league baseball game happened in Cleveland, OH. The Indians and Chicago’s White Sox played, at Municipal Stadium, in front of 78,382 people.
1967 – A noise reduction system for album and tape recordings was developed by technicians R. and D.W. Dolby. Checkmate Records became the first record label to use the new Dolby process.
1975 – NASA launched the Viking 1 planetary probe towards Mars.
1977 – NASA launched Voyager 2. The spacecraft was carrying a 12 inch copper phonograph record that contained greetings in dozens of languages, samples of music and sounds of nature.
1985 – The original Xerox 914 copier was presented to the Smithsonian Institute’s Museum of American History. The machine was invented by Chester Carlson.
1986 – In Edmond, OK, a postal employee, Patrick Sherrill, gunned down 14 of his co-workers and then committed suicide.
1988 – “Black Saturday” of the Yellowstone fire in Yellowstone National Park.
1989 – In Los Angeles, CA, entertainment executive Jose Menendez and his wife, Kitty, were shot to death by their sons, Lyle and Erik.
1989 – The NBC TV show “Saved By the Bell” debuted.
1996 – Carlos Santana received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
2010 – The last American combat brigade exited Iraq after more than seven years after the U.S. led invasion began.
2016 – Tornadoes hit parts of Wyoming and Grand Rapids, MI.
2020 – Joe Biden delivered his acceptance speech virtually for the 2020 Democratic presidential nomination at the 2020 Democratic National Convention.
2020 – Kamala Harris accepted her nomination for vice-president, becoming the first US woman of color on a major-party ticket.
BIRTHDAYS:
Don King – 94 years old (1931) – Boxing promoter
Ron Paul – 90 years old (1935) – Author, physician, former politician
Connie Chung – 79 years old (1946) – TV personality
Jimmy Pankow – 78 years old (1947) – Trombonist (Chicago)
Robert Plant – 77 years old (1948) – Singer (Led Zeppelin)
Peter Horton – 72 years old (1953) – Actor, director (Played Professor Gary Shepherd on TV’s “Thirtysomething”)
Al Roker – 71 years old (1954) – Television personality (“The Today Show”, “Wake Up With Al”)
Joan Allen – 69 years old (1956) – Actress (“Nixon”, “The Crucible”, “The Contender”, “Face/Off”, “Pleasantville”, “The Bourne Supremacy”, “The Bourne Ultimatum”, “The Bourne Legacy”, TV’s “The Family”)
James Marsters – 63 years old (1962) – Actor (TV’s “Buffy the Vampire Slayer,” “Angel”)
Billy Gardell – 56 years old (1969) – Actor, comedian (TV’s “Mike and Molly”)
Amy Adams – 51 years old (1974) – Actress (“American Hustle”, “The Master”, “The Fighter”, “Man of Steel”, “Julie & Julia”, “Night at the Museum: Battle of the Smithsonian”, “Talledega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby”, “Catch Me If You Can”)
Andrew Garfield – 42 years old (1983) – Actor (“The Amazing Spider Man”, “The Social Network”)
Demi Lovato – 33 years old (1992) – Actress, singer (Former Disney Channel actress)
TODAY IS:
- National Bacon Lovers Day: National Bacon Lovers Day is a delightful celebration for all bacon enthusiasts. This day highlights the universal appeal and deliciousness of bacon. People from all corners of the globe come together to indulge in their favorite bacon dishes. Whether it's crispy strips for breakfast or creative bacon-infused treats, this day...
- National Radio Day: With radio, you can hear stories, music, news, and voices from faraway places, bringing the world together in a powerful and immediate way.
- World Mosquito Day: Mosquitoes are carriers of a deadly disease that affects millions annually. Protect yourself from these tiny but dangerous insects.
- International Hawaiian Pizza Day: Exploring the delightful combination of ham, pineapple, and cheese, a culinary harmony that tantalizes taste buds.
- National Chocolate Pecan Pie Day: The only thing better than pecan pie is pecan pie with chocolate. Make your own, or find a bakery that sells chocolate pecan pie for this rare and tasty treat.
- International Day of Medical Transporters: Take some time to appreciate the men and women who get the sick injured to where they can get help. Medical transporters save lives every day, so thank them.
- National Accessible Air Travel Day: National Accessible Air Travel Day underscores the pressing need for accessible air travel for individuals with disabilities. This day emphasizes the importance of airlines and airports providing accommodations that ensure all passengers can travel safely and comfortably. Despite existing regulations like the Air Carrier Access Act, travelers with disabilities often...
- National Finance Brokers Day: Guiding individuals on the path to financial prosperity, these professionals offer expert advice, empowering clients to achieve their goals.
- Crayfish Party: Crayfish Party is a lively and festive occasion celebrated with friends and family. This event marks the end of summer, bringing people together for a joyful feast. Tables are often set with bright decorations, and the air is filled with laughter. The menu features cooked and seasoned crayfish. The atmosphere...
- Navasard: Navasard is the ancient Armenian New Year, a celebration that once united communities in festivities and tribute to their gods. Marking the start of a new cycle, it was a time when people believed divine forces came down to the Earth. With music, dance, and communal feasts, it reflected a...
- National Aviation Week: National Aviation Week is a time to look up and celebrate the sky's vastness and the marvels that allow us to explore it. This special week highlights the incredible journey of human flight, from the Wright brothers' first successful airplane to today’s sophisticated aircraft. It's a chance to reflect on...
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