by Matilda Cruz | Jul 21, 2023 | History
The Trans-Siberian Railway was officially opened on July 21, 1904, after 25 years of construction. The track runs through Russia, from Moscow in the west to Vladivostok in the east. The 9,289km line is the longest railway line in the world, spanning eight time zones....
by Matilda Cruz | Jul 20, 2023 | History
Many knew Alice Mary Robertson as outgoing, hardworking, strong-willed, and generous to a fault. Perhaps these qualities allowed her to achieve her career milestones. Alice Mary Robertson became the United State’s first Congresswoman on July 20th, 1921. She...
by Matilda Cruz | Jul 19, 2023 | History
The infamous animated duo, Tom & Jerry, made their first television appearance on July 19th, 1941 in a short film titled The Midnight Snack. Though first seen over 80 years ago, the dastardly duo -Tom & Jerry- is still a staple cartoon in many homes. Tom...
by Matilda Cruz | Jul 18, 2023 | History
Nelson Rolihlala Mandela, born on July 18, 1918, was the son of Chief Henry Mandela of the Mandiba Clan, which belonged to the Xhosa-speaking Tembu people. While studying at Fort Hare University, he became involved in politics, and he served as the first president of...
by Matilda Cruz | Jul 17, 2023 | History
On July 17th, 1996, the Trans World Atlantic Flight 800 exploded in mid-air. This tragedy was one of the deadliest aviation accidents on record, taking the lives of all 230 passengers on board. Although the National Transportation Board first suspected foul play,...
