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On this day in 1866, work on the first underwater highway tunnel began in this U.S. city. Where was it, and how long did it take to complete? And on...

On this date in 1380, an 11-year-old was crowned the King of France. Who was it? And in 1832, the world's first street car began operation in this state...

On this date in 1863 that Lincoln delivered one of the most famous addresses in U.S. History. What was it? And in 1895, two patents were granted that...

On this date in 1920, the first commercial radio station went on the air. Where was it, and why was the date so significant? And in 1983, President...

On this date in 1854, a tragic shipwreck occurred. What was it, and how did it happen? Also, a Disney movie made its debut on this date in 1940. And as...

On this date in 1913 a major storm hit the Great Lakes, and in 1939 Greta Garbo starred in a film. What was it? Find out during today's installment of...

On this date 151 years ago a transfer from Russia to the United States was made. What was it? And in 1967, an American animated musical comedy from Walt...

On this date in 1845, a man by the name of John Brahm’s 4 th symphony premiered. What was it, and why was it noteworthy? And a cooking device was...

It was on this date in 1512, one of the most amazing pieces of art in the world was finished. What was it, and who painted it? Also, in the year 1800,...

On this date in 1873 the "Greatest Show on Earth" made its debut in New York City. And, in 1888 a common writing utensil was first created. What was it?...