ON THIS DAY IN 1944, the Eagle reported, “Former Gov. Alfred E. Smith, the Al Smith of many a political campaign, whom millions of Americans came to love with a passionate affection as a symbol ...

ON THIS DAY IN 1884, the Brooklyn Daily Eagle reporte­d, “Young Mr. [Theodore] Roosevelt, who recently quitted his cattle ranch in Dakota, alighted last Saturday night in the Brooklyn Rink ...

In Jamaica, Hurricane Flora, one of the most destructive Atlantic storms, impacts Jamaica for a third day, causing grief and destruction. 1975: The Soviet Union and East Germany sign a revised ...

The mighty USS Constitution, arguably the most famous warship in American history — a testament to dauntless courage at sea in the nation's infancy — was launched in Boston on this day in ...

D.C., on this day in history, Oct. 9, 1888. The Washington Monument is commonly regarded as the most prominent feature of the Washington, D.C., skyline. The monument stands 555’ 5 1/8" tall and ...

"American Pie" singer Don McLean — who is still performing and touring — was born on this day in history, Oct. 2, 1945, in New Rochelle, New York. He is forever associated with his iconic hit ...

Take a look at our favorite space pictures here, and if you're wondering what happened to today in space history don't miss our On This Day in Space video show here! Thursday, October 31 ...

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I love the feel of paper in my hands and actually turning the page when I read a book. In an era when there is almost nothing we can’t receive instantly on a ...

From the death cults of Egypt to the fearsome yet sophisticated society of the Vikings, the ancient world was a surprising and challenging place. Explore the in-depth sections below. The ancient ...

It's imperative that all Americans know the history of Veterans Day so that we can honor our former service members properly. Memorial Day honors service members who died in service to their ...

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