On This Day – June 24
Ready to take a trip down memory lane? Let’s look back at some of the most significant moments in American history that happened on this day, starting with…
1853: The Gadsden Purchase Became Official
President Franklin Pierce signed the Gadsden Purchase, acquiring land from Mexico that would become parts of southern Arizona and New Mexico—paving the way for future railroads and westward expansion.
1916: Mary Pickford Made Hollywood History
America’s sweetheart became the first female film star to land a million-dollar contract, marking a turning point in the power of actors—especially women—in the entertainment industry.
1930: Radar’s Roots Took Shape
Engineers at the U.S. Naval Research Laboratory in Washington, D.C., detected an aircraft using reflected radio waves—the first step toward radar, a technology that would go on to revolutionize warfare and air travel.
1948: The Berlin Blockade Began
As the Soviet Union sealed off West Berlin, U.S. forces launched the Berlin Airlift—delivering food and fuel by air and winning hearts with "candy bombs" dropped for children.
1950: Joe DiMaggio Reached Hit No. 2,000
Baseball icon Joe DiMaggio notched his 2,000th career hit in a game against the Cleveland Indians, further cementing his legendary status in the sport.
1994: Sally Field Filed for Divorce
The beloved star of stage and screen made headlines offscreen when she filed for divorce from Alan Greisman, ending a high-profile Hollywood relationship.
2010: The Longest Match in Tennis History Ended
American John Isner defeated France’s Nicolas Mahut at Wimbledon in a record-breaking match that lasted over 11 hours across three days.
2023: Lab-Grown Meat Got the Green Light
For the first time, the U.S. approved the sale of chicken grown from animal cells—a milestone in food technology and a step toward more sustainable meat production.
Note: Date has been updated to reflect the correct historical record. The blockade officially began on June 24, 1948.
Do you remember any of these events? Or do you have more events (historical or not!) you'd like to share with the community? Post them below and let's reminisce together!
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