On this day, August 16, 1898, the loop the loop makes every kid’s summer more awesome, including my summer of 84.
Today in History: August 16, 1898, The Loop the Loop
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Today in History: August 15, 1914, The Panama Canal Opens
On this day, August 15, 1914, an engineering miracle is opened which was inspired by a doctrine, built by industrial revolution technology, the construction process claimed thousands, but it was saved by medical advances.
America’s Story Lesson 29: The Spanish Part 3
Fernando de Soto; The oldest city in America; The Spanish Missionary Priests.
Today in History: August 12, 1879, First National Archery Competition
On this day, August 12, 1879, a sporting event is held in Chicago which was inspired by two Confederate soldiers who were forced to lay down their weapons after the war. This sport is being played today at the Rio Olympics. The story is here:
Today in History: August 11, 1874, The Sprinkler
On this day, August 11, 1874, an invention is patented which has helped kids cool off in summer and has created family memories. The story is here:
Today in History: August 10, 1874, Herbert Hoover, Humanitarian and Statesman
On this day, August 10, 1874, a U.S. President is born whose humanitarian efforts saved millions of starving people and improved child health awareness. Who is he?
Today in History: August 9, 1974, Washington, Adams, Nixon, Ford and the American Presidency
On this day, August 9, 1974, the American Presidency provides an amazing example even when the office is abused. I’ll tell you how.
Civics Made Easy Lesson 11: The Origins of the Township
England 500-1000
The origins of the township are older than Greece and Rome.
Today in History: August 8, 1988, Wrigley Field First Night Game
On this day, August 8, 1988, Thomas Edison is finally welcomed at Wrigley Field.
Today in History: August 5, 1921, Baseball and Radio Bring Families Together
On this day, August 5, 1921, baseball brings families closer together. How did they do it?