On September 30, 1954, the U.S. Navy commissioned the USS Nautilus – the world’s first nuclear submarine. Before the Nautilus, submarines were diesel-electric. However, with the advent of the Nautilus, and atomic submarines, submarines could remain submerged for nearly unlimited periods of time. Unlike their predecessors, submarines fueled by atomic engines needed no air and only the … [Read more...]
Executive Order 10730: Desegregation of Central High School (1957)
Executive Order 10730 September 23, 2022 marks the 65th anniversary of Executive Order 10730: Desegregation of Central High School (1957). President Eisenhower signed the order in reaction to the “Little Rock Crisis.” On the eve of desegregation of Little Rock Central High School; Arkansas Governor Faubus called the National Guard to “preserve order.” However, it was later revealed, … [Read more...]
Wall Street Bombing
On September 16, 1920, the Wall Street Bombing took place. Sadly, 38 people would lose their lives, while over 300 more were injured. 30 of the fatalities occurred instantly, eight would die later in the hospital. Though conspiracy theories abounded, no group claimed responsibility. The crime remains unsolved to this day. The Bombing Rain was forecast, but business bustled as usual … [Read more...]
Alaska History – Capitol Relocated to Juneau
In September of 1906, Alaska's Capitol was relocated from Sitka to Juneau. Newly appointed governor Wilford B. Hoggatt boarded a steamer and traveled to Juneau. This act would complete the official transfer of Alaska’s “seat of government.” Before, and up until this point, Alaska’s governor held office in Sitka. Alaska's Governor Leaves Sitka Alaska, though not yet a state, became … [Read more...]
Honoring American Workers
Labor Day Honors American Workers. American labor has generated the most outstanding production capabilities the world has ever known. What is Labor Day Before it was a federal holiday, labor activists and individual states recognized labor day. Likewise, municipal ordinances were passed in 1885 and 1886, developing a movement to secure state legislation. The idea of a … [Read more...]
Celebrate Labor Day Safely
America observes Labor Day on the first Monday of September. In 2022, it falls on September 5th. The day pays tribute to the contributions and achievements of American workers. Traditionally, people celebrate with parties, street parades, and even athletic events. History In the late nineteenth century, activists pushed for a federal holiday recognizing the labor force's many … [Read more...]
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