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.
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Feb 3, 2019 • 4min
Deadliest snowstorm in recorded history - Feb. 3, 1972
On this day in 1972, the deadliest blizzard ever recorded started in Iran. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Feb 2, 2019 • 7min
Alexander Selkirk rescued - Feb. 2, 1709
Alexander Selkirk had been stranded on an island in the South Pacific for over four years. On this day in 1709, he was rescued. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Feb 1, 2019 • 6min
Greensboro sit-ins began - Feb. 1, 1960
The Greensboro sit-ins began on this day in 1960. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jan 31, 2019 • 7min
Battle of George Square riots - Jan. 31, 1919
The Battle of George Square riots broke out in Glasgow, Scotland, on this day in 1919. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jan 30, 2019 • 5min
Final Beatles performance - Jan. 30, 1969
The Beatles played their last public show on a rooftop in London on this day in 1969. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jan 29, 2019 • 7min
Karl Benz patented the Motorwagen - Jan. 29, 1886
On this day in 1886, German engineer Karl Benz applied for a patent for his Motorwagen. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jan 28, 2019 • 7min
"Pride and Prejudice" published - Jan. 28, 1813
"Pride and Prejudice" by Jane Austen was originally published on this day in 1813. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jan 27, 2019 • 6min
Liberation of Auschwitz - Jan. 27 1945
Soviet forces liberated the Nazi concentration camp Auschwitz on this day in 1945. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jan 26, 2019 • 6min
Cascadia Earthquake of 1700 struck off the Pacific Northwest coast - Jan. 26, 2019
On this day in 1700, a massive earthquake struck off the Pacific Northwest coast in North America. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jan 25, 2019 • 6min
Nellie Bly's round-the-world trip ended - Jan. 25, 1890
On this day in 1890, journalist Nellie Bly ended her 72-day trip around the world. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
