by Matilda Cruz | Apr 4, 2023 | History
The World Trade Center (WTC) was officially inaugurated in New York City on April 4, 1973, marking the completion of the Twin Towers. These 110-story towers were not just the tallest buildings in the world at the time but also introduced a unique tube-frame design,...
by Matilda Cruz | Apr 3, 2023 | History
On April 3, 1882, Jesse James, one of America’s most notorious outlaws, was shot and killed by Robert Ford, a member of his own gang. This act of betrayal marked the end of the legendary James-Younger Gang, which had terrorized the American frontier with its...
by Matilda Cruz | Apr 2, 2023 | History
On April 2, 1836, Charles Dickens, one of the most celebrated writers of the Victorian era, married Catherine Thomson Hogarth at St. Luke’s Church in Chelsea, London. Their marriage began a life filled with literary success, travel, and personal challenges. Dickens...
by Matilda Cruz | Apr 1, 2023 | History
April 1, 1992, marked a pivotal moment in hockey history as NHL players united to defend their rights and fair treatment. This strike, the first since 1917, was a watershed event that would redefine the league for generations to come. The players’ bold action...
by Matilda Cruz | Mar 31, 2023 | History
Just one day after the 15th Amendment was adopted, on March 31, 1870, Thomas Mundy Peterson made history as the first African American to cast a ballot in a US election. This marked a turning point for Black Americans in the struggle for equality. Thomas Mundy...
