On this date in 1888 a new society was founded that later produced a magazine that is still in circulation. And in 1976, a spin-off from the popular television sitcom Happy Days debuted.

On this date in 1925 a major eclipse captivated the country. And in 1935, the first canned beer made its debut to the world.

On this date in 1909 the first rescue at sea occurred. And in 1941, a major groundbreaking took place in Cleveland.

On this date in 1998, Ted Kaczynski pleaded guilty to all charges in connection with a series of package bombs attributed to the "unibomber". And in 2002, a major staple in retail filed for bankruptcy.

On this date in 1968 a scary incident involving nuclear bombs occurred in Greenland. And in 1977, Jimmy Carter made a major announcement.

On this date in 1949, Harry Truman was sworn in for a second term, making history in the process. And in 2009, Barack Obama made history of his own.

On this date in 1943, the United States held a tin can drive for the war efforts. And in 1950, "The Great Brinks Robbery" took place.

On this date in 1939, a man faster than a speeding bullet first appeared in a newspaper. And in 1963, the Rock 'n' Roll genre received a major shot in the arm.

On this date in 1943, the world's largest office building debuted. And in 1953, the infamous Pennsylvania train wreck occurred.

On this date in 1943, Franklin Roosevelt made travel history. And in 1973, more than a billion people from all across the world tuned in for a special concert by Elvis from Hawaii.