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 |
♦ 2014: On April 8 – Microsoft officially ended support for Windows XP after 12 years, marking the end of an era for one of the most beloved operating systems.
♦ 2000: – Tiger Woods won The Masters Tournament 2000, a step toward his historic “Tiger Slam” on April 9.
♦ 1996: On April 13 – NBA legend Michael Jordan helped lead the Chicago Bulls toward their historic 72-win season.
♦ 1994: 1Major League Baseball strike buildup tensions were rising, leading to the strike that began April 13, that would cancel the World Series later that year.
♦ 1974: Hank Aaron hits his 715th home run April 8, breaking Babe Ruth’s record.
♦ 1970: After 200 films, John Wayne wins his first and only Oscar April 7 for “True Grit.”
♦ 1961: On April 12, Soviet cosmonaut Yuri Gagarin becomes the first man in Earth orbit.
♦ 1948: The United Nations’ World Health Organization begins operations April 7.
1945: U.S. President Franklin Roosevelt dies April 12 of a cerebral hemorrhage.
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