On This Day - September 29
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Ready to take a trip down memory lane? Let’s look back at some of the most significant events in American history that happened on this day, starting with…
1906: US Intervention in Cuba
Following a rebellion over the re-election of President Tomás Estrada Palma, the United States military occupied Cuba.
1923: A Mandate for a Homeland
The British mandate to establish a Jewish homeland in Palestine, set in motion by the Balfour Declaration, was approved by the League of Nations and officially began.
1938: A Legendary Trotter Set a Record
The harness racer Greyhound, often called the greatest trotter of all time, set a new world record for the one-mile trot.
1954: "The Catch" Cemented a Legacy
New York Giants outfielder Willie Mays made his legendary over-the-shoulder grab in the World Series, a play forever remembered as "The Catch".
1982: The Tylenol Murders Began
The first of seven people in the Chicago area died after taking cyanide-laced Extra-Strength Tylenol, a tragic product-tampering case.
1988: The Space Shuttle Returned to Flight
The space shuttle Discovery launched, successfully resuming NASA's shuttle program after the tragic Challenger disaster.
1988: An American Woman Conquered Everest
Mountaineer Stacy Allison became the first American woman to successfully reach the summit of Mount Everest.
2005: A New Chief Justice was Sworn In
John G. Roberts, Jr. was sworn in as the 17th chief justice of the United States Supreme Court.
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!
