The first person was cryogenically preserved in 1967, while the US House of Representatives rejected women’s right to vote in 1915. The Charleston Museum was founded in 1773, and Agatha Christie died in 1976. Other events include Henry Ford’s speed record in 1904 and the beginning of the Anglo-Zulu War in 1879.
The first person was cryogenically preserved. (1967) Dr. James Bedford was a psychology professor at the University of California, and became the first person ever to be cryogenically preserved with the intent of being resurrected in the future. Notable people who have followed Bedford include mathematician Thomas Donaldson and baseball player Ted Williams. Although rumors persist that Walt Disney was frozen, he was actually buried at Forest Lawn Memorial Park in Glendale, California.
The US House of Representatives has rejected a proposal to give women the right to vote. (1915) The proposal was advanced repeatedly over the next four years before it was finally approved in 1919 due to great influence from President Wilson.
The first public museum in America is born. (1773) The Charleston Museum was founded in response to the British Museum and has operated more or less continuously since the Revolutionary War. The museum has housed many prestigious collections, including some of the first specimens of the famous biologist Louis Agassiz.
The Harrisburg Six were charged with conspiracy. (1971) Reverend Philip F. Berrigan was indicted, along with five other conspirators, for destroying draft papers and planning the kidnapping of Henry Kissinger.
Henry Ford set a speed record in a publicity stunt. (1904) Ford drove a vehicle that consisted only of a wooden frame – with no bodywork and no hood – across a frozen lake. He managed a speed of 91 mph (146 km/h). The publicity generated by the act helped revive interest in the recently formed Ford Motor Company and in automobiles in general.
For the first time, a long-distance radio signal was sent from the Eiffel Tower. (1908) The tower became a major hub for radio and television signals and regularly works in conjunction with the United States Naval Observatory to provide weather research and documentation.
Famous mystery author Agatha Christie has died. (1976) Christie became famous for her twisted storylines and endearing characters of hers including Hercule Poirot and Miss Marple. During her lifetime, Christie published over 80 books, including some pseudonymous romance novels. You are one of the most published authors in history.
US President Franklin Roosevelt re-established the National War Labor Board. (1942) The council was originally established by President Wilson to make sure labor disputes did not disrupt the war effort. Roosevelt’s re-establishment was especially important since the United States was not only replenishing its own supplies at the time but also heavily supplementing the Allies’ supplies.
The Anglo-Zulu War begins. (1879) Although the British initially suffered terrible defeats, they eventually rallied and occupied Zululand. The war is most notable for introducing a number of military innovations to the Zulu by the ruthless Zulu chief Shaka, who became a legendary figure for his powerful fighting skills and military strategy.
The Royal Aeronautical Society is formed in London. (1866) The company focuses on all aspects of aeronautics and was instrumental in the development of the British aircraft industry.
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