This Day in History - Page 7

September 4, 2024

On this day in history, September 4, 2016, Mother Teresa is canonized: 'Generous dispenser of divine mercy'

Mother Teresa was canonized, or officially named a saint, on this day in history. The Albanian nun was given the name "Saint Teresa of Calcutta."

September 3, 2024

On this day in history, September 3, 1777, 'Stars and Stripes' flies in battle for first time

For the first time, our nation's American flag was flown in battle, on this day in history, Sept. 3, 1777, during a Revolutionary War skirmish at Cooch's Bridge, Delaware. Here's the background.

September 2, 2024

On this day in history, September 2, 1944, George H.W. Bush is shot down during World War II

Future President George H.W. Bush was shot down during World War II on this day in history, Sept. 2, 1944, while serving as a pilot off the Japanese island of Chichijima.

September 1, 2024

On this day in history, September 1, 1985, the wreck of the Titanic is found in the North Atlantic

The wreck of the RMS Titanic was discovered on the bottom of the Atlantic Ocean on this day in history, September 1, 1985. The ship sank on April 15, 1912.

August 31, 2024

On this day in history, August 31, 1966, Harrier Jump Jet makes first flight

The Harrier Jump Jet made its first flight on this day in history, August 31, 1966. The warplane is known for its ability to take off vertically and hover like a helicopter.

August 30, 2024

On this day in history, August 30, 1984, Space Shuttle Discovery blasts off for its maiden voyage

Space Shuttle Discovery flew into space for the first time on this day in history, Aug. 30, 1984. She had a crew of six and had a bit of a rocky start.

August 29, 2024

On this day in history, August 29, 2005, Hurricane Katrina slams Gulf Coast, causing massive damage

Hurricane Katrina, on this day in history, Aug. 20, 2005, made landfall near New Orleans, Louisiana. The natural disaster caused major destruction and disruption.

August 28, 2024

On this day in history, August 28, 1996, Prince Charles and Princess Diana officially divorce

Prince Charles and Princess Diana formally divorced on this day in history, Aug. 28, 1996, after years of a rocky relationship marred by controversy and infidelity.

August 27, 2024

On this day in history, August 27, 1963, civil rights pioneer W.E.B. Du Bois dies at age 95

On this day in history, Aug. 27, 1963, W.E.B. Du Bois — who grew up in Massachusetts and became a prominent sociologist, author, activist and co-founder of the NAACP — died at age 95.

August 26, 2024

On this day in history, August 26, 1978, Pope John Paul I is elected, would serve for only 33 days

Pope John Paul I was elected pope on this day in history, Aug. 26, 1978. He would serve as pope for just over a month before his sudden death at the age of 65.