by Matilda Cruz | Sep 20, 2023 | History
On September 20, 1984, the first episode of one of the biggest rating juggernauts in television history was broadcast: The Cosby Show. Based on the comedy of Bill Cosby, who was, at the time, a highly respected comedian with a wholesome reputation, the show told the...
by Matilda Cruz | Sep 19, 2023 | History
On September 19, 1893, New Zealand made history by becoming the first self-governing country to grant women the right to vote. Governor Lord Glasgow’s signing of the Electoral Act of 1893 into law was a momentous occasion, marking the beginning of a new era for...
by Matilda Cruz | Sep 18, 2023 | History
Today in history, on September 18, 1947, the US Air Force was born as its own branch of the Armed Forces. This significant event was a direct result of the transformative role air power played in World War II. In contrast to its primarily supportive role in World War...
by Matilda Cruz | Sep 17, 2023 | History
On September 17, 1964, the Beatles made a significant sacrifice for their fans. Amid their inaugural American tour, they gave up a rare day off to perform at Municipal Stadium in Kansas City, Missouri. This was no ordinary performance. Charles O. Finney, the owner of...
by Matilda Cruz | Sep 16, 2023 | History
On September 16, 1620, the Mayflower left England to begin its journey to America. Another vessel, the Speedwell, was meant to accompany it. After several leaks caused weeks of delays, though, the Speedwell clearly wasn’t seaworthy. Some of its passengers...
