Discover what happened on August 11 in history, including the discovery of Mars’ moons, Hedy Lamarr’s groundbreaking communications patent, the opening of the Mall of America, and other memorable events. (READ MORE)
August 10 in History: The Smithsonian Is Chartered, Mount Rushmore Is Dedicated, and Ruth Bader Ginsburg Joins the Supreme Court
On August 10 in history, Congress chartered the Smithsonian Institution, Mount Rushmore was dedicated, Ruth Bader Ginsburg joined the Supreme Court, and Michael Phelps won his first of eight Olympic gold medals. (READ MORE)
August 9 in History: Nixon Resigns, the Nagasaki Bombing, and Gerald Ford Becomes President
On August 9 in history, Richard Nixon resigned, Gerald Ford became president, Nagasaki was bombed, Jesse Owens won his fourth Olympic gold medal, and Shark Tank premiered. (READ MORE)
August 8 in History: Nixon Announces His Resignation, the Wright Brothers Fly Before the Public, and Grand Rapids Gets TV
On August 8 in history, Richard Nixon announced his resignation, Wilbur Wright made the Wright brothers’ first public flight, and Grand Rapids’ first television station began broadcasting. (READ MORE)
August 7 in History: The Purple Heart Is Created, IBM Unveils the Harvard Mark I, and Philippe Petit Walks Between the Twin Towers
On August 7 in history, George Washington created the Purple Heart’s predecessor, IBM unveiled the Harvard Mark I, Philippe Petit crossed the Twin Towers, and Barry Bonds broke Hank Aaron’s home run record. (READ MORE)
August 6 in History: Hiroshima Is Bombed, the Voting Rights Act Is Signed, and the World Wide Web Is Born
On August 6 in history, Hiroshima was bombed, the Voting Rights Act became law, the World Wide Web was introduced, and NASA’s Curiosity rover landed on Mars. (READ MORE)
August 5, 1957: “American Bandstand” debuted on ABC
On August 5, 1957, ABC TV kicked off “American Bandstand” with host Dick Clark. (READ MORE)