by Matilda Cruz | Mar 23, 2023 | History
The White House ushered in a new era of modernity when it installed its first presidential desk telephone on March 23, 1929. This was a monumental moment, as it was the first time a sitting president had immediate desk access to a phone, a clear reflection of the...
by Matilda Cruz | Mar 22, 2023 | History
On March 22, 1903, a truly awe-inspiring event unfolded when Niagara Falls, a symbol of nature’s power, temporarily ceased to flow. For 30 hours, the majestic waterfall transformed into a gentle stream, unveiling the rocky cliffs and riverbeds beneath its...
by Matilda Cruz | Mar 21, 2023 | History
On March 21, 1891, a momentous event marked the end of one of America’s most notorious family feuds. A Hatfield and a McCoy, two names synonymous with violence and bloodshed for nearly three decades, married, bringing a glimmer of hope and a new beginning along the...
by Matilda Cruz | Mar 20, 2023 | History
On March 20, 2016, President Barack Obama made history by becoming the first sitting U.S. president to visit Cuba since Calvin Coolidge in 1928. His visit was a significant step towards restoring diplomatic relations after decades of Cold War tensions. During his...
by Matilda Cruz | Mar 19, 2023 | History
On March 19, 1991, the NFL made a significant decision. League owners voted to strip Phoenix of the 1993 Super Bowl, relocating the game because Arizona refused to recognize Martin Luther King Jr. Day as a state holiday. The controversy began when Arizona voters...