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  • On this date in 1959 that one of the most famous musicians of all-time, 16-years-old at the time, was "fired". And in 1962, John Glenn made space history.
  • On this date sometime around 270 AD, the origin of Valentine's Day was born. And in 1899, the first trainload of fruit was transported across the country.
  • On this date in 1913 the state of Oregon passed a landmark law. And in 1968, a new sports Hall of Fame welcomed the public for the first time.
  • On this date in 1883 in Boston, the first Vaudeville theatre of its kind was born. And in 1972, fans of the Beatles held their breath after George...
  • On this date in 1930 a new office product was created that really stuck. And in 1950, United States President Harry S. Truman made a huge announcement.
  • On this date in 1762 the first-ever Saint Patrick's Day Parade was celebrated. And in 1968, the Bee Gees made their debut in America.
  • On this date in 1853 Gail Borden patented a new process that lives on today. And in 1973, America's first space station took to the skies.
  • On this date in 1960, Frank Sinatra welcomed back a legend after a stint in the Army. And in 1963, Bob Dylan -- a relative unknown at the time --...
  • On this date in 1914 President Woodrow Wilson issued a proclamation honoring mothers everywhere. And in 1941, one of the biggest big band swing songs...
  • On this date in 1751 a charter was granted for a new establishment that would care for the sick. And in 1972, ex-Beatle John Lennon believed he was...
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