Historical Happenings
On February 7, 1964, this British band arrived in the United States, marking the start of the "British Invasion."
Who are The Beatles?
This popular video game, featuring pixelated block-building, was officially released on September 5, 2011.
What is Minecraft?
On February 26, 1935, this famous U.S. engineering project, a massive dam, was completed.
What is the Hoover Dam?
Born on January 17, 1706, this Founding Father was a scientist, inventor, and statesman.
Who is Benjamin Franklin?
On January 9, 2007, this company unveiled the first iPhone, revolutionizing the tech industry.
What is Apple?
On September 19, 1796, this U.S. president gave his famous farewell address, warning against political factions.
Who is George Washington?
On January 11, 1974, this iconic sitcom, featuring a Milwaukee diner, debuted.
What is Happy Days?
On April 24, 1990, this telescope was launched into space, revolutionizing astronomy.
What is the Hubble Space Telescope?
Born on June 16, 1971, this rapper and activist released albums like All Eyez on Me before his untimely death in 1996.
Who is Tupac Shakur?
On February 7, 1962, the United States imposed an embargo on this island nation, lasting decades.
What is Cuba?
On June 6, 1933, the first of these popular entertainment venues opened in Camden, New Jersey.
What is a drive-in theater?
On October 4, 1968, this hit musical, starring Barbra Streisand, premiered in theaters.
What is Funny Girl?
This African country gained independence from France on August 17, 1960, becoming the Republic of Gabon.
What is Gabon?
On August 11, 1950, this TV host and comedian, famous for hosting The Price Is Right, was born.
Who is Steve Wozniak?
On January 9, 2001, this online encyclopedia was launched, revolutionizing how people access knowledge.
What is Wikipedia?
On May 23, 1934, infamous criminals Bonnie Parker and Clyde Barrow met their end in this U.S. state.
What is Louisiana?
Released on October 4, 1962, this first James Bond film introduced the world to Sean Connery as 007.
What is Dr. No?
August 27, 1883, saw the massive eruption of this Indonesian volcano, one of the deadliest eruptions in history.
What is Krakatoa?
Born July 28, 1866, this British author created the beloved children’s book The Tale of Peter Rabbit.
Who is Beatrix Potter?
On September 19, 1893, this country became the first to grant women the right to vote.
What is New Zealand?
On May 23, 1944, this ship sank off the coast of Norway after hitting a mine, claiming over 800 lives.
What is the SS Scharnhorst?
The first-ever Emmy Awards were held on January 25 of this year, recognizing excellence in television.
What is 1949?
On January 17, 1912, this British explorer reached the South Pole, only to find the Norwegians had beaten him there.
Who is Robert Falcon Scott?
Born on July 6, 1907, this Mexican painter is known for her self-portraits and her tumultuous relationship with Diego Rivera.
Who is Frida Kahlo?
On June 16, 1963, this Soviet cosmonaut became the first woman in space.
Who is Valentina Tereshkova?