by qdmhistory | Feb 18, 2023 | History
On February 18, 1930, an American astronomer by the name of Clyde Tombaugh made a discovery that would forever change the way we view outer space. His startling find? The planet now known as Pluto. Though tiny and situated in the most distant reaches of our solar...
by qdmhistory | Feb 17, 2023 | History
On February 17th, 1876, Julius Wolff made history in Eastport, Maine, when he successfully canned the first ever can of sardines. This accomplishment marked the beginning of a piscine revolution – making it possible to preserve and enjoy fish without ever having to...
by qdmhistory | Feb 16, 2023 | History
On February 16, 1923, Howard Carter achieved one of the greatest archeological feats of all time when he opened the inner burial chamber of King Tutankhamun's tomb. In doing so, Carter became the first person in over 3,000 years to lay eyes on the final resting...
by qdmhistory | Feb 15, 2023 | History
On February 15, 1936, Adolf Hitler announced plans to construct a new car – the Volkswagen Beetle. This iconic automobile was created in response to the German people's need for an affordable four-wheeled vehicle. A People's CarPrior to WWII, most cars in...
by qdmhistory | Feb 14, 2023 | History
On February 14, 1849, the 11th president of the United States, James K. Polk, became the first sitting president to have his picture taken. The photographer responsible for this remarkable feat was none other than Mathew Brady, who captured an iconic image of...
