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This Day in History Class

History EN ↓ 1999 episodes

From the desk of “Stuff You Missed in History Class,” “This Day in History Class” quickly recounts a tidbit from today’s events in history.

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British retaliate in Battle of Surabaya - November 10, 1945 10.11.2019 5:17

On this day in 1945, the British retaliated against Indonesian nationaists in the Battle of Surabaya during the Indonesian National Revolution. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Great Northeast Blackout - November 9, 1965 09.11.2019 4:37

On this day in 1965, a major electrical power failure sent parts of Ontario and the northeastern United States into darkness for up to 13 hours. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New Orleans General Strike began - November 8, 1892 08.11.2019 4:57

On this day in 1892, workers in New Orleans went on a general strike. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

First set of Palmer Raids began - November 7, 1919 07.11.2019 5:13

On this day in 1919, the Palmer Raids - which targeted radicals, communists, and anarchists in the U.S. - began. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Weapons-grade plutonium first created - November 6, 1944 06.11.2019 5:07

On this day in 1944, weapons-grade plutonium was created in B Reactor at the Hanford Site in the state of Washington. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ida Tarbell born - November 5, 1857 05.11.2019 5:06

On this day in 1857, investigative journalist and biographer Ida Tarbell was born in Pennsylvania. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

First nationally televised presidential debate in the U.S. - November 4, 1956 04.11.2019 3:59

On this day in 1956, former First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt and Senator Margaret Chase Smith debated each other in the first nationally televised presidential debate in the U.S. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Olympe de Gouges executed - November 3, 1793 03.11.2019 5:36

On this day in 1793, writer and activist Olympe de Gouges was executed for sedition. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

BBC began regular, public, high-definition TV service - November 2, 1936 02.11.2019 5:11

On this day in 1936, the BBC began broadcasting the first regular, high-definition TV service from Alexandra Palace in London. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Carlisle Indian School opened - November 1, 1879 01.11.2019 5:22

On this day in 1879, the Carlisle Indian Industrial School, an off-reservation school for the assimilation of Native Americans, opened in Pennsylvania. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Zebra crossing introduced - October 31, 1951 31.10.2019 3:30

On this day in 1951, the zebra crossing, or white striped pedestrian crossing, was officially introduced in Slough, England. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rumble in the Jungle - October 30, 1974 30.10.2019 4:33

On this day in 1974, Muhammad Ali and George Foreman fought each other for the world heavyweight championship in Zaire in one of the most memorable boxing matches in history. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Star of India gem heist - October 29, 1940 29.10.2019 4:51

On this day in 1940, thieves in broke into the American Museum of Natural History in New York and stole valuable gems, including the Star of India and the DeLong Star Ruby. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oxi Day - October 28, 1940 28.10.2019 5:09

On this day in 1940, Greek Prime Minister Ioannis Metaxas rejected an ultimatum from Italy to allow Axis forces to occupy strategic sites in Greece. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Theodore Roosevelt born - October 27, 1858 27.10.2019 5:40

On this day in 1858, Theodore Roosevelt Jr. was born. For a look at how Roosevelt faced his greatest foes, check out Mental Floss’s new podcast History Vs. here , or wherever you listen to podcasts. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Australia returned ownership of Uluru-Kata Tjuta to Anangu - October 26, 1985 26.10.2019 5:06

On this day in 1985, Australia returned ownership of Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park to the Anangu people. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Zinoviev letter published in Daily Mail - October 25, 1924 25.10.2019 5:13

On this day in 1924, a letter sent from Grigory Zinoviev to the Communist Party of Britain was published in the British newspaper Daily Mail. The document is now believed to be a forgery. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Women's Day Off in Iceland - October 24, 1975 24.10.2019 4:13

On this day in 1975, women in Iceland went on strike to protest their low wages and emphasize the value of women's work. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

First reconnaissance mission in airplane - October 23, 1911 23.10.2019 4:40

On this day in 1911, Italian Captain Carlo Piazza flew the first aerial reconnaissance mission in a Blériot XI during the Italo-Turkish War. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Supremes became 1st all-female group with No. 1 album - October 22, 1966 22.10.2019 4:12

On this day in 1966, The Supremes became the first all-female group with a number one album - "The Supremes A' Go-Go" - on the Billboard 200. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dedan Kimathi captured in Mau Mau Uprising - October 21, 1956 21.10.2019 5:55

On this day in 1956, Mau Mau leader Dedan Kimathi was captured, signaling the effective end of the Mau Mau Uprising. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Johnny Bright incident - October 20, 1951 20.10.2019 4:58

On this day in 1951, a white football player for Oklahoma A&M assaulted a Black player for Drake University named Johnny Bright in an incident that was suspected to be racially motivated. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Marguerite Perey born - October 19, 1909 19.10.2019 5:02

On this day in 1909, French nuclear chemist and discoverer of francium Marguerite Perey was born. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

First commercial transistor radio announced - October 18, 1954 18.10.2019 4:58

On this day in 1954, Texas Instruments announced the invention of the first commercial transistor radio, the Regency TR-1. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

London Beer Flood - October 17, 1814 17.10.2019 3:25

On this day in 1814, a flood of beer burst out of a London brewery, killing eight people and injuring others. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.