It was on this date in 1879, a monumental moment occurred when it came to milk. And in 1935, Franklin D. Roosevelt authorized $5 million dollars to be used.

It was on this date in 1954 during the Cold War, Dwight D. Eisenhower delivered a historic speech. And in 1978, one of the most coveted books was sold for an astronomical figure.

On this day in 1917, the United States officially entered World War I. And in 1930, one of the most popular snacks was first created.

On this date in 1860 the first mail service known as the Pony Express began service.

On this date in 1902, the "unofficial start" of Hollywood began. And in 1917, President Woodrow Wilson went to Congress and asked them to declare war on Germany.

On this date in 1913 nothing happened! Actually, the origins of April Fool's Day was quite the story.

On this date in 1889 during the World's Fair that a new, iconic tower was introduced to the world. And in 1985, Wrestlemania debuted with plenty of pomp and circumstance.

On this date in 1912 the first cherry trees were planted in the Nation's Capital. And in 1964, the largest earthquake in United States history occurred.

On this date in 1913 the city of Dayton experienced severe flooding. And in 1953, an announcement was made during a national radio show that a vaccine had been discovered for polio.

On this date in 1911 arguably one of the worst days in industrial U.S. history occurred in Manhattan.