This Day in History - Page 8

August 25, 2024

On this day in history, August 25, 1916, National Park Service created under President Wilson

President Woodrow Wilson signed the National Park Service Organic Act into law on August 25, 1916, creating the National Park Service to oversee America's rapidly expanding system.

August 24, 2024

On this day in history, August 24, 1932, Amelia Earhart becomes first woman to fly solo coast-to-coast

On this day in history, Aug. 24, 1932, Amelia Earhart flew solo across the U.S. nonstop — becoming the first woman to do so. Here are details about her remarkable flight and its aftermath.

August 23, 2024

On this day in history, August 23, 1973, a bank robbery in Sweden leads to 'Stockholm syndrome'

The bank robbery and hostage situation that would lead to the coining of the phrase "Stockholm syndrome" began in Sweden on this day in history, August 23, 1973.

August 22, 2024

On this day in history, August 22, 1776, the British invade Brooklyn by sea

The British military invaded Brooklyn with an awesome show of force, landing 15,000 men by noon, on August 22, 1776, marking one of the darkest days of the American Revolution.

August 21, 2024

On this day in history, August 21, 1959, Hawaii becomes the 50th state: 'A stronger nation'

Hawaii officially became a U.S. state on this day in history, August 21, 1959, after more than half a century as a territory. The day is known as "Statehood Day."

August 20, 2024

On this day in history, August 20, 2017, legendary comedian Jerry Lewis dies at 91

Jerry Lewis, an American comedian and actor who spent decades supporting the Muscular Dystrophy Association, died on this day in history, Aug. 20, 2017.

August 18, 2024

On this day in history, August 18, 1920, the 19th Amendment is ratified, granting women the right to vote

The 19th Amendment to the Constitution, securing the right to vote for women, was ratified on August 18, 1920. It's considered one of the great landmarks in the fight for gender equality.

August 17, 2024

On this day in history, August 17, 1945, George Orwell's 'Animal Farm' is published

Written by visionary George Orwell, "Animal Farm," a political fable still studied all over the world, was published on this day in history, Aug. 17, 1945.

August 16, 2024

Back to school tips for helping productivity at home

Lifestyle expert Limor Suss shares organizational tools and snack tips on 'Fox & Friends.'

August 16, 2024

On this day in history, August 16, American legends Aretha Franklin, Babe Ruth and Elvis Presley died

Celebrated pop culture legends Aretha Franklin, Babe Ruth and Elvis Presley all died on the same August 16 date: Franklin in 2018, Ruth in 1948 and Presley in 1977.