Exploring the annals of history is always a fascinating journey, offering glimpses into the significance of various dates. Here are a few intriguing historical tidbits to dive into this week.
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THIS WEEK IN HISTORY |
u 2004: On June 21, SpaceShipOne achieves the first privately funded human spaceflight.
u 1983: Sally Ride becomes the first U.S. woman in space June 18 aboard Challenger.
u 1977: The Trans-Alaska pipeline begins operation on June 20.
u 1933: Hitler bans all political parties in Germany except the Nazi party June 21.
u 1893: The Ferris Wheel debuts June 21 at the World Expo in Chicago, IL.
u 1873: Susan B. Anthony is fined $100 June 18 for attempting to vote in 1872 elections.
u 1865: On June 19, Texas proclaims freedom for slaves, the last state to do so.
u 1815: Napoleon is defeated by a European coalition June 18 at the Battle of Waterloo.
u 1788: The U.S. Constitution is ratified and goes into effect June 21.
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