by Matilda Cruz | Jul 13, 2022 | History
The 1943 Battle of Kursk, the most renowned tank battle in history, was a colossal conflict that began on July 5, 1943, during World War II and raged on for over a month. This epic battle unfolded on the Eastern Front, pitching the Germans against the Russians. The...
by Matilda Cruz | Jul 12, 2022 | History
On July 12, 1804, Vice President Aaron Burr fatally shot his long-time political rival Alexander Hamilton. The two leaders never saw eye-to-eye, which led to this historic duel. Hamilton was the leader of the Federalist Party, having authored many Federalist...
by Matilda Cruz | Jul 11, 2022 | History
To Kill A Mockingbird is a novel written by American author Harper Lee. It was published on July 11, 1960, achieving instant success and acclaim. The story centers around a young girl growing up in Alabama during the 1930s. Loosely based on events and people from the...
by Matilda Cruz | Jul 10, 2022 | History
On July 10, 1913, Greenland Ranch in Death Valley was listed to record the highest temperature ever at 134°F. This recording still stands as the highest air temperature ever reliably measured. However, you may enjoy knowing that Death Valley is a little bit “cooler”...
by Matilda Cruz | Jul 9, 2022 | History
The famous break-in of Buckingham Palace remains unbelievable 40 years after the incident. In one of Her Majesty’s most extraordinary moments, the intruder received a light sentence for stealing a bottle of Prince Charles’ wine. The July 1982 breach of the...
