Historical Events
1066
The Battle of Hastings: William the Conqueror defeats King Harold II.
1633
The Starry Messenger by Galileo is published.
1890
Dwight D. Eisenhower is born in Denison, Texas.
1947
Chuck Yeager becomes the first person to break the sound barrier.
1964
Martin Luther King Jr. is awarded the Nobel Peace Prize.
Famous Birthdays
1644
William Penn
English Quaker who founded Pennsylvania as a haven for religious freedom.
1890
Dwight D. Eisenhower
34th President of the United States and Supreme Commander of Allied forces in World War II.
1894
e.e. cummings
American poet known for his unconventional use of typography and punctuation.
1939
Ralph Lauren
American fashion designer who founded the Polo Ralph Lauren brand.
1978
Usher
American singer known for Yeah! and Burn.
