Sixty years ago today, actor James Dean was killed in a car wreck in central California. Here are some things you may not know about the actor and his death. He was born on February …
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185: Jerry Lee Lewis is Born
Today is the 80th birthday of musician Jerry Lee Lewis. Here are some facts you may not have known about the man they call “The Killer.” Jerry Lee Lewis was born in Ferriday, Louisiana to …
Continue reading184: Penicillin is Discovered
On this date in 1928, Alexander Fleming discovered the world’s first antibiotic, penicillin. Here are a few facts about Fleming and his discovery. Fleming was born in 1881 in Scotland. After moving to London to …
Continue reading183: Tommy John Undergoes Tommy John Surgery
On this date in 1974, Dr. Frank Jobe replaced the Ulnar Collateral Ligament in the throwing arm of Los Angeles Dodgers Pitcher Tommy John. Here are some things you may not have known about what …
Continue reading182: Benedict Arnold Flees West Point
On this date in 1780, American general Benedict Arnold abandoned his post at West Point when it was discovered that he had made a deal with the British Army to surrender the fortification. Here are …
Continue reading181: The Nintendo Company is founded
On this date in 1889, the Nintendo Company was founded. Here are a few things you may not have known about the game company. Its original name was Nintendo Koppai or Nintendo Playing Card Company. …
Continue reading180: The Peace Corps is Founded
On this date in 1961, the Peace Corps was officially authorized by the United States Congress. Here are a few facts you may not have known about the Peace Corps. It was established by by …
Continue reading179: “Looney Tunes” Animator Chuck Jones is Born
Today is the 103rd anniversary of the birth of animator Chuck Jones. Here are some things you may not have known about him. First, Charles Martin Jones was born in Spokane, Washington, and later moved …
Continue reading178: The New York Times is Published for the First Time
On this date in 1851, the first issue of the New York Times was published. Here are a few things you may not have known about “The Gray Lady.” It was founded as the New-York …
Continue reading177: Emperor Norton I of The United States and Protector of Mexico
On this date in 1859, Joshua Norton of San Francisco, declared himself Emperor of the United States. Here are some facts you may not have known about Emperor Norton the First. He was born …
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