This Day in History Class
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From the desk of “Stuff You Missed in History Class,” “This Day in History Class” quickly recounts a tidbit from today’s events in history.
Episodes
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Mar 25, 2024 • 8min
Michael Jackson debuts the moonwalk - March 25th, 1983
On this day in 1983, Michael Jackson performed the moonwalk for the first time at the Pasadena Civic Auditorium in California. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mar 22, 2024 • 8min
The U.S. Senate approves the Equal Rights Amendment - March 22nd, 1972
On this day in 1972, the Equal Rights Amendment was passed by the U.S. Senate and sent to the states for ratification. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mar 21, 2024 • 19min
Flashback episode - March 21st
Please enjoy these March 21st flashbacks from the TDIHC vault, and we will see you soon for a brand new episode!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mar 20, 2024 • 11min
Libby Riddles wins the Iditarod - March 20th, 1985
On this day in 1985, Libby Riddles became the first woman to win the Iditarod Sled Dog Race.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mar 19, 2024 • 8min
Michael Jordan announces his return to the NBA with a two-word fax - March 19th, 1995
On this day in 1995, Michael Jordan announced his return to professional basketball by releasing a two-word statement: “I’m back.”See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mar 18, 2024 • 8min
Scott Paper kicks off the paper dress fashion trend - March 18th, 1966
On this day in 1966, the Scott Paper Company launched a promotion for disposable paper dresses. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mar 15, 2024 • 8min
The first undersea park in the United States is established - March 15th, 1960
On this day in 1960, the John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park was established as the first underwater nature preserve in the United States. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mar 14, 2024 • 10min
Legendary train engineer Casey Jones is born - March 14th, 1863
On this day in 1863, American folk hero Casey Jones was born in southeastern Missouri. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mar 13, 2024 • 8min
Chester Greenwood patents the modern-day earmuff - March 13th, 1877
On this day in 1877, amateur inventor Chester Greenwood received a patent for his new and improved style of earmuffs.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mar 12, 2024 • 9min
An Irish gunman attempts to assassinate a British prince - March 12th, 1868
On this day in 1868, Prince Alfred of Edinburgh survived an attempt on his life during a visit to Sydney, Australia.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
