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Hello Everybody!!! Today is the first SGA meeting for the semester, and we need someone to represent History club at todays meeting. The meeting is at 3 p.m. in room 205. Hope to see you guys there!!
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08 October 1871
The Great Chicago fire that devastated the Chicago landscape began on this day in 1871. Legend has it a cow kicked over a lantern causing the fire, but despite the heavy damages of the fire, Chicago managed to rise from the disaster.
On this day in History, Great Chicago Fire begins on Oct 08, 1871. Learn more about what happened today on History.
04 July 1776
Delegates from the American Colonies come together to sign the Declaration of Independence. http://www.history.com/this-day-in-history
Have a great 4th of July Everyone, and be safe!!!
03 July 863
The Battle of Gettysburg comes to an end. After the Confederate victory in Chancellorsville, General Lee wanted to deliver another defeat to the Union army, but this time on Northern Soil. Lee led his army to Pennsylvania looking for a possible battlefield. On July 1st one of the Confederate divisions marched into Gettysburg, but was met with three Union Brigades. The decisive, three day battle that would turn the tides of war was about to begin. The Confederacy attacked both the right and left of the Union army, but both attacks had failed. On the Third day, July 3rd, General George Pickett led a charge to attack the Union middle. Pickett's charge ultimately ended in failure. It was a Stalemate until July 4th when the Confederates withdrew, never to invade Northern territory again.
On this day in History, Battle of Gettysburg ends on Jul 03, 1863. Learn more about what happened today on History.
06 June 1944
D-Day begins. This moment in history began the Allies liberation of Europe from the Nazis. Read more at the linke below.
On this day in History, D-Day on Jun 06, 1944. Learn more about what happened today on History.
31 May 1859
The famous clocktower in London, known as Big Ben, rings for the first time.
On this day in History, Big Ben goes into operation in London on May 31, 1859. Learn more about what happened today on History.
27 May 1941
The Royal Navy manages to sink the Bismarck, a German ship. During this time Great Britain watched most of the sea routes like a hawk, which made it impossible for any battleships to move around freely. However, the Bismarck managed to evade the watchful eyes of the British, and when England realized the havoc the Bismarck could wreak if it hit open waters, they sent almost the entire British home fleet. In the pursuit of the battleship, Great Britain lost one ship, a thousand men, and finally cornered and destroyed the Bismarck near Nazi occupied France.
On this day in History, Bismarck sunk by Royal Navy on May 27, 1941. Learn more about what happened today on History.
14 April 1865
President Lincoln is shot by John Wilkes Booth.
On this day in History, Lincoln is shot on Apr 14, 1865. Learn more about what happened today on History.
12 April 1861
At Fort Sumter the first shots of the Civil War were fired.
On this day in History, The Civil War begins on Apr 12, 1861. Learn more about what happened today on History.
The Bushy Run Heritage Society conference starts today!!
Registration is between 8 a.m. to 8:45 a.m. at the Youngwood campus!!
Current WCCC Students get in for free.
For more information regarding the events for today and Sunday visit the link below, and once there view the link titled 2016OhioCountryConferenceBrochure.pdf
http://bushyrunbattlefield.com/news-events/
Please join the Bushy Run Battlefield Heritage Society for the 19th Annual Ohio Country Conference at Westmoreland County Community College in Youngwood, PA.
06 April 1896
The long lost tradition of the Olympics finally returns to Greece!!
On this day in History, First modern Olympic Games on Apr 06, 1896. Learn more about what happened today on History.
01 April 1700
April Fool's day becomes extremely popular!! Where did the popular holiday originate, nobody knows exactly.
On this day in History, April Fools tradition popularized on Apr 01, 1700. Learn more about what happened today on History.
31 March 1889
The Eiffel tower, created by Gustave Eiffel, is dedicated in Paris.
On this day in History, Eiffel Tower opens on Mar 31, 1889. Learn more about what happened today on History.
30 March 1981
John Hinckley Jr. attempts to assassinate President Reagan after the president's speech. The assassin fired 6 shots, shooting not only Reagan, but three of the president's attendants. The bullet that penetrated the president just missed his heart, and Reagan survived.
On this day in History, President Reagan shot on Mar 30, 1981. Learn more about what happened today on History.
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WHO:Join The WCCC History Club
WHAT:The Ohio Country Conference
WHEN:April 9 and 10
WHERE:Westmoreland Community College Campus
Join The History Club as The French and Indian War is discussed by some of the leading authorities on the era.
28 March 1979
The worse nuclear accident in U.S. history occurs at Three Mile Island. Read more about the panic that changed Americans views on nuclear power.
On this day in History, Nuclear accident at Three Mile Island on Mar 28, 1979. Learn more about what happened today on History.
22 March 1765
The British passed the stamp act to raise money to pay off their debts after fighting the Seven Years War. Although the law was used as a way to earn funds, Americans were already overwhelmed with three other taxes. The unpopular law only lasted a year before it was repealed, but it had some serious reprecussions. Read more to see the consequences this one act had almost a decade later.
On this day in History, Stamp Act imposed on American colonies on Mar 22, 1765. Learn more about what happened today on History.
On the first day of spring 1965, LBJ dispatches troops to watch over a Civil Rights March in Alabama.
On this day in History, LBJ sends federal troops to Alabama on Mar 20, 1965. Learn more about what happened today on History.
Growing up you probably heard about, or celebrated St. Patrick's day. However, how much do you really know about the man the holiday is named after? The following link will take you to an article about St. Patrick, and how the holiday went global.
http://www.history.com/this-day-in-history/saint-patrick-dies
Have you ever heard the saying "Beware the Ides of March"? The saying is based upon the stabbing of Julius Caesar. Caesar was stabbed 23 times by his Roman senate, and most trusted friend. For more information about the Ides of March (March 15th) you can read the following article http://www.history.com/news/ask-history/what-are-the-ides-of-march
Today in 1965 Lyndon B. Johnson meets with congress to pass an important law.
On this day in History, Johnson calls for equal voting rights on Mar 15, 1965. Learn more about what happened today on History.
This day in History the people of Tibet finally rebel against the Chinese occupation.
On this day in History, Rebellion in Tibet on Mar 10, 1959. Learn more about what happened today on History.
Alexander Graham Bell patents the telephone - Mar 07, 1876 - HISTORY.com
On this day in History, Alexander Graham Bell patents the telephone on Mar 07, 1876. Learn more about what happened today on History.
Today in History Helen Keller meets the woman who changed her life, Anne Sullivan.
On this day in History, Helen Keller meets her miracle worker on Mar 03, 1887. Learn more about what happened today on History.
Dr. Seuss born - Mar 02, 1904 - HISTORY.com
On this day in History, Dr. Seuss born on Mar 02, 1904. Learn more about what happened today on History.
Lindbergh baby kidnapped - Mar 01, 1932 - HISTORY.com
On this day in 1932, in a crime that captured the attention of the entire nation, Charles Lindbergh III, the 20-month-old son of aviation hero Charles Lindbergh, is kidnapped from the family's new mansion in Hopewell, New Jersey.
It's leap year everyone!! Here's a little history about it.
Find out more about the intriguing history of leap year, as well as some fun facts and famous people with leap day birthdays.
Two national parks preserved, 10 years apart - Feb 26, 1919 - HISTORY.com
On this day in History, Two national parks preserved, 10 years apart on Feb 26, 1919. Learn more about what happened today on History.
Alamo defenders call for help - Feb 24, 1836 - HISTORY.com
On this day in History, Alamo defenders call for help on Feb 24, 1836. Learn more about what happened today on History.
U.S. flag raised on Iwo Jima - Feb 23, 1945 - HISTORY.com
On this day in History, U.S. flag raised on Iwo Jima on Feb 23, 1945. Learn more about what happened today on History.
U.S. hockey team makes miracle on ice - Feb 22, 1980 - HISTORY.com
On this day in History, U.S. hockey team makes miracle on ice on Feb 22, 1980. Learn more about what happened today on History.
Malcolm X assassinated - Feb 21, 1965 - HISTORY.com
On this day in History, Malcolm X assassinated on Feb 21, 1965. Learn more about what happened today on History.
Donner Party rescued - Feb 19, 1847 - HISTORY.com
On this day in History, Donner Party rescued on Feb 19, 1847. Learn more about what happened today on History.
If you get the chance to watch the movie Lincoln (2012) starring Daniel Day-Lewis as President Lincoln near the end of his presidency. Definitely do it! Not 100% historically accurate ofcourse because of the hollywood narrative but still most certainly worth the watch.
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