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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Jan 24, 2019 • 8min
Maria Tallchief born - Jan. 24, 1925
Ballerina Maria Tallchief was born on this day in 1925. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jan 23, 2019 • 6min
Elizabeth Blackwell became the first female M.D. in the United States - Jan. 23, 1849
On this day in 1849, Elizabeth Blackwell became the first woman to get a medical degree from a medical school. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jan 22, 2019 • 7min
Dr. Curtis Welch sent an urgent telegram asking for diphtheria serum - Jan. 22, 1925
On this day in 1925, Dr. Curtis Welch sent an urgent telegram in an effort to stop a diphtheria epidemic in Nome, Alaska. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jan 21, 2019 • 7min
Irish War of Independence began - Jan. 21, 1919
The Irish War of Independence began on this day in 1919. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jan 20, 2019 • 6min
Iran Hostage Crisis Ended - Jan. 20, 1981
The podcast discusses the Iran Hostage Crisis that ended on January 20, 1981, moments after Ronald Reagan's inauguration. It covers the background of the Iranian Revolution, mistreatment of hostages, unsuccessful rescue mission, Reagan's involvement, negotiations, and eventual release. The hosts also express enthusiasm for upcoming topics, mention sponsor ads, and promote a new podcast.
Jan 19, 2019 • 4min
Zimmermann Telegram Sent - Jan. 19, 1917
The German ambassador to Mexico received a coded telegram from German Foreign Secretary Arthur Zimmerman on this day in 1917. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jan 18, 2019 • 5min
Gilles Garnier Convicted of Lycanthropy - Jan. 18, 1573
Gilles Garnier, the Werewolf of Dole, was convicted of lycanthropy on this day in 1573. Find out more in the October 28, 2015 Stuff You Missed in History Class. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jan 17, 2019 • 5min
Queen Lili'uokalani of Hawaii Overthrown - Jan. 17, 1893
Businessmen aided by U.S. troops overthrew Queen Lili'uokalani of Hawaii on this day in 1893. The July 7 and 12, 2010 episodes of Stuff You Missed in History Class have more detail. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jan 16, 2019 • 5min
18th Amendment Ratified - Jan. 16, 1919
The 18th Amendment to the U.S. constitution was ratified on this day in 1919, prohibiting the sale, manufacture and transport of alcohol. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jan 15, 2019 • 5min
Boston Molasses Flood - Jan. 15, 1919
The Boston Molasses Flood took place on this day in 1919. Get more to the story in the October 5, 2009 episode of Stuff You Missed in History Class. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
