On October 30 in history, “War of the Worlds” frightened radio listeners, Muhammad Ali won the “Rumble in the Jungle”, and Gerald Ford made headlines. (READ MORE)
October 8 in History: Michigan Burns, a Perfect World Series Game & Homeland Security Begins
On October 8 in history, devastating fires swept Michigan, Don Larsen pitched a perfect World Series game, “Cats” opened on Broadway, and Homeland Security began. (READ MORE)
October 1 in History: Ford Introduces the Model T, NASA Begins & Disney World Opens
On October 1 in history, Ford introduced the Model T, NASA began operations, Roger Maris hit home run 61, and Walt Disney World opened. (READ MORE)
September 30 in History: Babe Ruth Hits 60, Nautilus Goes Nuclear & “The Flintstones” Debut
On September 30 in history, Babe Ruth hit home run 60, USS Nautilus was commissioned, “The Flintstones” debuted, and Roberto Clemente recorded his 3,000th hit. (READ MORE)
September 28 in History: Around the World by Air, Penicillin & SpaceX Reaches Orbit
On September 28 in history, the first around-the-world flight was completed, penicillin was discovered, Betty Ford underwent breast cancer surgery, and SpaceX reached orbit. (READ MORE)
August 26 in History: 19th Amendment Certified, Baseball Comes to TV & the Edsel Debuts
On August 26 in history, the 19th Amendment was officially certified, Major League Baseball was televised for the first time, and Ford’s first Edsel rolled off the assembly line. (READ MORE)