The Daily Birthday History

October 18: Moby Dick, Transistor Radios, and All-Female Spacewalks!


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This episode explores the fascinating events and notable figures associated with October 18th throughout history. From the tragic death of Agrippina the Elder in 33 AD to the first all-female spacewalk in 2019, we'll journey through time uncovering pivotal moments. We'll discuss the publication of Herman Melville's "Moby Dick", the invention of the transistor radio, and the birth of influential figures like Chuck Berry and Jean-Claude Van Damme. Tune in to learn about the historical significance of this date and its impact on our world today.

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