On this date in 1845 that one of the most influencial poems in history was printed in The New York Evening Mirror. And in 1892, one of the most popular soft drinks in America today was incorporated.

It's become a cultural icon, but it started with foundation work on this date 132 years ago. And on this day in 1959, a patent was filed for a product that has become legendary in the toy industry. More in Mark's Almanac.

On this date in 1959, an American Boeing 707 made history on its route from Los Angeles towards New York. What was the significance? And in 1979 a robot made the wrong kind of history.

On this date in 1923, the Aztec ruins in New Mexico was established, and later garnered a couple of high recongitions. And in 1925, a major astmospheric event in this U.S. city in captivated the masses standing in sub-zero weather.

On this day in 1855, this structure first opened over the Mississippi River. And in 1983, a new action adventure show appeared on NBC that churned out an unforgettable character.

On this date in 1908, a woman in New York was arrested and fined $5 for violating a law called "The Sullivan Ordinance". What was this law? Also in 1970, Boeing debuted a new way to travel.

On this date in 1880 Memphis, TN became the first city to have a now-common system. And in 1978, this group of brothers rose to the top of the music charts for 24 consecutive weeks with an album that took the nation by storm.

On this date in 1644 a group of pilmgrims in Boston reported the first official spotting of something. And in 1943, the U.S. Warfoods Adminstration banned a common food item.

On this date in 1929, one of the most famous cartoon characters of all-time made his debut. And in 1943, a "tin can drive" took place to help with a major U.S. event. Find out the details on today's Mark's Almanac.

On this date in 1938, a man by the name of Benny Goodman delivered a performance that would go down as legendary. The concert was the first-ever in a new genre. Find out what all the hype was about on today's Mark's Almanac.