On this date in 1812, a war for the ages began, ending in a draw. And in 1873, Susan B. Anthony was fined $100 for something unheard of in today's rules.

On this date in 1876, a trans-continental train made history. And in 1896, the legendary Henry Ford made a little history of his own.

On this date in 1775, a famous battle was fought. And in 1885, a new gift from France to the United States arrived by way of water to New York.

On this date in 1775, a new Army was created to coordinate the military efforts of the 13 colonies. And in 1922, President Harding had his voice transmitted via radio, changing forever how presidents would be heard .

On this date in 1917, the deadliest World War I air raid took place. And in 1920, the United States Postal Service created a rule banning an interesting item from being sent via parcel post.

On this date in 1917, the Secret Service expanded their protection. And in 1923, Harry Houdini performed a stunt in New York City that went down as one of the greatest in history.

On this date in 1741, Benjamin Franklin was back at it again, inventing a new product for homes. And in 1895, a man by the name of Charles Gruyere received a patent that would forever change how cars would be powered.

On this date in 1924, a first radio broadcast of this event occurred in Cleveland, Ohio. Meanwhile in Akron, it was on this date in 1935 that a New York broker's addiction spawned the birth of a new group to help others.

On this date in 1938, a new flying boat made its maiden voyage. And in 1993, a major groundbreaking took place on the shores of Lake Erie.

On this date in 1933, the first drive-in theatre opened to the public. And in 1944, one of the biggest events in the history of warfare occurred.