On August 19 in history, Indianapolis Motor Speedway held its first auto race, Kalamazoo opened the nation’s first downtown pedestrian mall, the Beatles began a North American tour, and Google went public. (READ MORE)
August 14 in History: Social Security Begins, World War II Ends & “Rocky Horror” Premieres
On August 14 in history, President Franklin D. Roosevelt signed the Social Security Act, Japan surrendered to end World War II, “The Rocky Horror Picture Show” premiered, and Michigan began requiring drivers to carry licenses. (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)