Isaac Newton Becomes Sir Isaac Newton-This Day 1705
On this day in 1705 Isaac Newton becomes Sir Isaac Newton as he becomes the first scientist to be honored with a Knighthood. Queen Anne bestowed the honor.
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Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI- 86 Today
Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI turns 86 today. In a shocking move he resigned earlier in the year. Born Joseph Ratzinger in Germany in 1927, he became Pope in 2005 after […]
“The Ghost Of Tom Joad”- Bruce Springsteen {“The Grapes Of Wrath” Published This Day 1939
“The Grapes Of Wrath” by John Steinbeck was released on this day in 1939. Below is Bruce Springsteen’s “The Ghost Of Tom Joad” http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T4gra-OuONI
Jefferson Memorial Dedicated In Washington, D.C.-This Day 1943
On this day in 1943 the Jefferson Memorial was dedicated in Washington, D.C. on the 200th anniversary of Jefferson’s birth. The Jefferson Memorial was designed by architect John Russell Pope […]
Terry Fox Begins His “Marathon Of Hope” at St. John’s, Newfoundland This Day 1980
On this day in 1980 Terry Fox began his “Marathon of Hope” in St. John’s, Newfoundland. Terry Fox’s story is remarkable and inspiring. I would highly recommend a viewing of […]
President Franklin Roosevelt Dies -This Day 1945
President Franklin Roosevelt, the longest serving president in the history of the United States died of a cerebral hemorrhage, three months into his 4th term as POTUS. He was in […]
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