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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Mar 30, 2022 • 8min
The U.S. buys Alaska from Russia - March 30th, 1867
On this day in 1867, after a long night of negotiations, the United States made a deal to purchase Alaska from Russia. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mar 29, 2022 • 9min
Chinese farmers happen upon the Terracotta Army while digging a well - March 29th, 1974
On this day in 1974, seven local farmers unearthed a host of ancient artifacts while digging a well near Xi'an, China. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mar 28, 2022 • 12min
Swedish author Astrid Lindgren sprains her ankle and begins writing Pippi Longstocking - March 28th, 1944
On this day in 1944, finding herself bedridden after slipping on ice, Astrid Lindgren began writing the beloved children’s classic Pippi Longstocking. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mar 25, 2022 • 10min
Billboard magazine introduces the "Hillbilly Hits" music chart - March 25th, 1939
On this day in 1939, Billboard magazine began publishing its first country music chart under the title “Hillbilly Hits.” Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mar 24, 2022 • 10min
Civil rights leader Dorothy Height is born - March 24th, 1912
On this day in 1912, civil rights leader Dorothy Height was born in Richmond, Virginia. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mar 23, 2022 • 7min
John William Draper reveals the first detailed photos of the moon - March 23rd, 1840
On this day in 1840, amateur photographer John William Draper reported his success in taking detailed images of the Moon. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mar 22, 2022 • 11min
A garbage barge sets sail on a five-month journey in search of a place to unload - March 22nd, 1987
On this day in 1987, a barge carrying nearly seven million pounds of trash set sail from Islip, New York, and spent the next five months looking for somewhere to dump it. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mar 21, 2022 • 9min
A fire destroys almost the entire city of New Orleans - March 21st, 1788
On this day in 1788, a fire sparked in the home of a Spanish military treasurer consumed roughly eighty percent of the city of New Orleans. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mar 18, 2022 • 9min
The Tri-State tornado outbreak wreaks havoc in Missouri, Illinois, and Indiana - March 18th, 1925
On this day in 1925, the deadliest tornado in U.S. history claimed the lives of 695 people. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mar 17, 2022 • 8min
New York City holds its first St. Patrick's Day parade - March 17th, 1762
On this day in 1762, one of New York City’s oldest traditions began when the first St. Patrick’s Day parade was held in lower Manhattan. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
