On June 6 in history, Allied troops landed at Normandy on D-Day, the first drive-in theater opened, Chrysler was founded, and Meijer opened its first Thrifty Acres store. (READ MORE)
June 3 in History: America’s First Spacewalk, Graceland Opens, and the Army is Created
On June 3 in history, the U.S. Army was created, astronaut Edward White completed America’s first spacewalk, Graceland opened to tourists, and Mike Ilitch bought the Detroit Red Wings. (READ MORE)
June 2 in History: The Mackinac Massacre, Radio Patent, and Babe Ruth Retires
On June 2 in history, Native Americans captured Fort Michilimackinac, Michigan adopted its Great Seal, Marconi patented the radio, Babe Ruth retired, and Ken Jennings began his “Jeopardy!” streak. (READ MORE)
June 1 in History: “Superman” Debuts, CNN Launches, and General Motors Files Bankruptcy
On June 1 in history, “Superman” made his debut, CNN launched, baseball helmets appeared for the first time, and General Motors filed for bankruptcy. (READ MORE)
May 31 in History: “Seinfeld” Debuts, the Model T Ends, and Grand Rapids Rebuilds
On May 31 in history, Ford built its last Model T, “Seinfeld” premiered, the Trans-Alaska Pipeline was completed, and Grand Rapids residents united to rebuild after the 2020 riots. (READ MORE)