On June 23 in history, the first SAT exam was given, “Batman” premiered in theaters, a deadly Lake Michigan plane crash occurred, and Michigan’s famous escaped python Big Sid made headlines. (READ MORE)
June 22 in History: The GI Bill Is Signed, Joe Louis Wins the Title, and Pluto’s Moon Charon Is Discovered
On June 22 in history, the GI Bill was signed, Joe Louis became heavyweight champion, Pluto’s moon Charon was discovered, and the Cuyahoga River fire changed environmental policy. (READ MORE)
June 18 in History: Sally Ride Makes Space History, Columbia Records Launches LPs, and Space Force Is Announced
On June 18 in history, Sally Ride became the first American woman in space, LP records debuted, Churchill gave his “Finest Hour” speech, and Space Force was announced. (READ MORE)
June 15 in History: George Washington Takes Command, Pizza Hut is Founded, and Microsoft Retires Internet Explorer
On June 15 in history, George Washington took command of the Continental Army, Michigan gained the Upper Peninsula, Pizza Hut was founded, and Internet Explorer was retired by Microsoft. (READ MORE)
June 14 in History: The U.S. Flag is Adopted, the Army is Born, and Grand Rapids Unveils La Grande Vitesse
On June 14 in history, the U.S. Army was founded, the American flag was adopted, Univac became the first commercial computer, and Grand Rapids unveiled La Grande Vitesse. (READ MORE)
June 13 in History: Miranda Rights Established, Pistons Win First NBA Title, and the First Roller Coaster Opens
On June 13 in history, Miranda Rights were established, the first roller coaster opened at Coney Island, the Detroit Pistons won their first NBA title, and the first successful parachute jump took place. (READ MORE)
June 11 in History: Detroit Burns, “E.T.” Opens, and “American Idol” Debuts
On June 11 in history, a fire devastated Detroit, FM radio was publicly demonstrated, “E.T.” premiered, and “American Idol” debuted on television. (READ MORE)