On September 1 in history, Ferris State’s predecessor opened, World War II began, the SR-71 set a transatlantic speed record, and the wreck of the Titanic was discovered. (READ MORE)
August 4 in History: Anne Frank Is Arrested, the Billboard Hot 100 Debuts, and the U.S. Coast Guard Begins
On August 4 in history, Anne Frank was arrested, Billboard launched the Hot 100, the U.S. Coast Guard traces its origins to the Revenue Cutter Service, and Grand Rapids elected its first female mayor. (READ MORE)