On this date in 1809 a new law went into effect in Boston that would be a real head-scratcher today. And in 1835, the phrase "Trail of Tears" was coined.

On this date in 1964 the Cleveland Browns won their last championship. And in 1968, the crew of the first manned mission to the moon returned safely to Earth following.

On this date in 1865, a newly patented product helped take some of the hassle out of making a cup of joe. And in 1878, a department store in Philadelphia became the first one in the nation to embrace a modern convenience.

On this date in 1818, one of the best known Christmas carols made its debut. And in 1959, a 19-year-old future Beetle unwrapped a very special Christmas present.

On this date in 1812, the United States signed a major treaty with the United Kingdom. And in 1936, the use of radiation was used by doctors for the first time as a treatment for certain illnesses.

On this date in 1888, Vincent Van Gogh was involved in an incident which has become almost as famous as his paintings. And in 1913, President Woodrow Wilson signed the law that created the Federal Reserve.

On this date in 1821 the state of Missouri imposed a new tax on unmarried men. And in 1963, East and West Berlin came to an agreement.

On this date in 1843, Charles Dickens published a new work which became a instant hit. And in 1917, a pro sports league made its debut.

On this date in 1958 the world's first communications satellite was launched. And in 1989, the "I love Lucy" Christmas episode aired after originally being lost.

On this date in 1944, the United States made a major announcement regarding Japanese-Americans and World War II.