by Matilda Cruz | Feb 12, 2021 | History
Today in history, a significant event unfolded on February 12, 1999, when President Bill Clinton’s impeachment trial concluded with his acquittal. After a five-week trial, the Senate fell short of the two-thirds majority vote required to convict on charges of...
by Matilda Cruz | Feb 11, 2021 | History
On February 11, 1847, renowned inventor and entrepreneur Thomas Alva Edison was born in Milan, Ohio. He grew up in Port Huron, Michigan, alongside his six older siblings and was primarily home-schooled by his mother. At the age of 13, Edison began selling newspapers...
by Matilda Cruz | Feb 10, 2021 | History
February 10, 1967, this day in history, marks a significant milestone in the United States’ journey. It was the day when the 25th Amendment to the Constitution was ratified, a pivotal step in clarifying presidential succession and addressing issues of...
by Matilda Cruz | Feb 9, 2021 | History
The attack on Pearl Harbor caught American forces off guard and unprepared for war, but it also showed their resilience. Despite the country’s initial desire to remain neutral and the military’s lack of practical combat experience, the battles that...
by Matilda Cruz | Feb 8, 2021 | History
In its early days, the NFL was far from the well-oiled machine it is today. The league was often engulfed in chaos, especially during player recruitment. Teams engaged in a free-for-all, attempting to outbid each other, leading to frequent bidding wars. This chaotic...
