Famous Firsts
This pilot became the first woman to fly solo across the Atlantic Ocean in 1932.
Who is Amelia Earhart?
Since 1924, this cereal has been famously marketed as the "Breakfast of Champions."
What are Wheaties?
Known as "The Chairman of the Board," this legendary crooner famously sang "My Way" and "New York, New York."
Who is Frank Sinatra?
On July 20, 1969, this American spacecraft successfully landed the first humans on the Moon.
What is Apollo 11?
Frank Sinatra sang, "Start spreadin' the news, I'm leavin' today, I want to be a part of it..."
What is "New York, New York"?
Scottish scientist Alexander Fleming discovered this first modern antibiotic by accident in 1928 after mold contaminated his petri dish.
What is Penicillin?
This brand's commercial had people snapping their fingers and singing, "Give me a break, give me a break, break me off a piece of that..."
What is a Kit Kat?
This relaxed, tuxedo-wearing crooner and Rat Pack member was famous for his signature hits "Everybody Loves Somebody" and "That's Amore."
Who is Dean Martin?
Launched by Mattel in 1959, this iconic fashion doll wore a black-and-white striped swimsuit and became a global phenomenon.
Who is Barbie?
Ben E. King crooned, "Oh, darlin', darlin', stand by me, oh..."
What is "stand by me"?
In July 1969, he became the first human to step foot on the surface of the Moon.
Who is Neil Armstrong?
This coffee brand has reminded generations of Americans that "The best part of waking up is" this in your cup.
What is Folgers?
This velvet-voiced singer and jazz pianist captured hearts with his smooth performances of "Unforgettable" and "L-O-V-E."
Who is Nat King Cole?
Passing through Berlin, Germany, this concrete barrier began construction overnight in August 1961 to divide the city.
What is the Berlin Wall?
Patsy Cline sang this heartbreaking line: "I'm crazy for trying, and crazy for crying, and I'm crazy for..."
What is "loving you?"
In 1913, Henry Ford's Highland Park plant introduced the first moving assembly line to mass-produce this iconic car.
What is the Model T?
This insurance giant has been reassuring customers since 1950 that "You're in good hands."
What is Allstate?
He was the ultimate master of holiday music, famously recording the best-selling single of all time, "White Christmas."
Who is Bing Crosby?
In August 1969, nearly half a million people gathered on a dairy farm in upstate New York for this iconic 3-day music and art festival.
What is woodstock?
Judy Garland sang, "Somewhere over the rainbow, skies are blue, and the dreams that you dare to dream..."
What is "really do come true?"
This iconic American highway, established in 1926, was the first all-weather highway linking Chicago to Los Angeles.
What is Route 66?
This potato chip brand dared snackers with the line, "Betcha can't eat just one."
What is Lay's?
This crooner, known for his signature song "I Left My Heart in San Francisco," enjoyed a legendary career that spanned over seven decades.
Who is Tony Bennett?
Dr. Jonas Salk developed the first successful vaccine for this devastating neurological disease, which was declared safe and effective in 1955.
What is Polio?
From the classic folk song: "This land is your land, this land is my land, from California to the..."
What is "New York Island?"