On October 12 in history, the iron lung was first used, Voskhod 1 carried three people into space, Gerald Ford was nominated for Vice President, and the USS Cole was attacked. (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)
September 19 in History: Michigan Finds Iron, Bissell Cleans Up & :-) Is Born
On September 19 in history, iron ore was discovered in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, Melville Bissell patented his carpet sweeper, 🙂 was born, and Queen Elizabeth II was laid to rest. (READ MORE)
September 15 in History: Michigan Gets a Phone Book, TV Classics Debut & Google.com Is Born
On September 15 in history, Michigan’s first phone book was published, Michigan Tech held its first classes, “Green Acres” debuted, and google.com was registered. (READ MORE)
September 14 in History: Pop-Tarts Debut, Denny McLain Wins 30 & MTV Launches the VMAs
On September 14 in history, Francis Scott Key wrote the words that became the national anthem, Pop-Tarts debuted, Denny McLain won his 30th game, and MTV held its first VMAs. (READ MORE)