On this date in 1963, America was introduced to a women who later became a national icon in the cooking industry.

On this date in 1933 the first singing telegram debuted. And in 1940, a very popular cartoon made its first appearance.

On this date in 1894 a simple design that's still used today received a patent. And in 1968, one round of golf turned into something extraordinary for Dwight Eisenhower.

On this date in 1869 in Australia, two men stumbled on quite a find. And in 1918, a U.S. pilot made history.

On this date in 1941, the United Service Organzation was founded, and with it, a legendary comic was born.

On this date in 1815 the world's first commercial cheese factory opened. And in 1953, an unusual co-host boosted the ratings and saved NBC's "Today" show from failing.

On this date in 1930 a new office product was created that really stuck. And in 1950, United States President Harry S. Truman made a huge announcement.

On this date in 1835, Andrew Jackson encountered some danger. And in 1955, Elvis Presley was at it again with another hit.

On this date in 1845 one of the most well-known poems in history was first published. And in 1936, the Baseball Hall of Fame inducted its first class.

On this date in 1986, a major tragedy occurred in the space program.