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This landmark law was signed by Franklin D Roosevelt as part of the New Deal, creating a system to provide financial support to the elderly and unemployed.
What is the Social Security Act?
This Mississippi-born legend shook up the world with his singing and dancing.
Who is Elvis Presley?
Poor farming practices and severe drought ravaged the Great Plains, leading to this massive displacement and economic hardship.
What is the Dust Bowl?
Born Tenzin Gyatso, this spiritual leader fled Tibet in 1959 and was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 1989.
Who is the Dalai Lama?
Rolled out by Parker Brothers, this board game continues to be a classic.
What is Monopoly?
This British dame enchanted us all as she sang through the streets of London, the Alps, and Camelot.
Who is Julie Andrews?
A walk-off single in the bottom of the 9th of game six clinched the World Series for this team.
Who are the Detroit Tigers?
Born in Detroit, this American singer, songwriter, and actor became the mayor of Palm Springs and then a U.S. Congressman.
Who is Sonny Bono?
The Gottfried Krueger Company of Richmond, VA introduced this product that transformed beverage packaging and distribution.
What is canned beer?
Born Allan Konigsberg, his career spanning 80 years includes acting and filmmaking, and holds the record for the most Academy Award nominations for Best Screenplay.
Who is Wood Allen?