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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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Dr. Crawford Long first used ether anesthesia - March 30, 1842 30.03.2019 6:23

Crawford Long, a doctor in Georgia, became the first to use inhaled ether anesthesia in surgery on this day in 1842. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sepoy Rebellion - March 29, 1857 29.03.2019 7:12

On this day in 1857, a 29-year-old sepoy named Mangal Pandey attacked two British officers, which set off more than a year long rebellion. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fred Hoyle coined "big bang" - March 28, 1949 28.03.2019 5:10

On this day in 1949, British astronomer Fred Hoyle coined the term "big bang." Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

"Typhoid Mary" Mallon quarantined for final time - March 27, 1915 27.03.2019 7:05

On this day in 1915, domestic cook Mary Mallon was quarantined for the second, and final, time on North Brother Island for being a typhoid carrier. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

"The Gerry-mander" was born - March 26, 1812 26.03.2019 5:58

On this day in 1812, a headline in the Boston Gazette read "The Gerry-mander", accompanied by a satirical illustration of the district that Massachusetts governor Elbridge Gerry lived in. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Triangle Shirtwaist Fire - March 25, 1911 25.03.2019 7:35

On this day in 1911, the Triangle Shirtwaist Company factory caught fire, and more than 100 workers died. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

1921 Women's Olympiad began - March 24, 1921 24.03.2019 14:25

Today, Anney Reese from the podcasts Stuff Mom Never Told You and Savor joins me to talk about the 1921 Women's Olympiad. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Henry "Box" Brown mailed himself to freedom - March 23, 1849 23.03.2019 7:52

On this day in 1849, an enslaved man named Henry Brown packed himself up in a box and was shipped to Pennsylvania, a free state. Listen to the Stuff You Missed in History Class episode on Henry Brown here: https://www.missedinhistory.com/podcasts/the-life-and-magic-of-henry-box-brown.htm Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privac...

Yuan Shikai abdicated - March 22, 1916 22.03.2019 7:12

On this day in 1916, Chinese emperor Yuan Shikai abdicated the throne and announced he would resume his presidency. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Alcatraz closed - March 21, 1963 21.03.2019 5:55

On this day in 1963, the maximum-security prison Alcatraz closed. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fred Rogers was born - March 20, 1928 20.03.2019 7:06

On this day in 1928, Fred Rogers of "Mister Rogers' Neighborhood" fame was born. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Harlem Riot of 1935 - March 19, 1935 19.03.2019 6:56

On this day in 1935, a petty theft in a S.H. Kress store and rumors a Black Puerto Rican boy's death led to an all-out riot in Harlem. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum art heist - March 18, 1990 18.03.2019 5:59

On this day in 1990, two thieves disguised as police officers broke into the Gardner Museum in Boston and stole millions of dollars worth of art that was never recovered. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bayard Rustin born - March 17, 1912 17.03.2019 6:24

Labor and civil rights movement leader Bayard Rustin was born on this day in 1912. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

My Lai Massacre - March 16, 1968 16.03.2019 6:21

On this day in 1968, hundreds of Vietnamese civilians were killed by U.S. forces during the Vietnam War. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Julius Caesar assassinated - March 15, 44 B.C.E. 15.03.2019 5:38

On this day in 44 B.C.E., Julius Caesar was assassinated. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr. Susan La Flesche Picotte received an M.D. - March 14, 1889 14.03.2019 5:31

On this day in 1889, Dr. Susan La Flesche Picotte became the first Native American woman in the U.S. to receive a medical degree. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Deaf President Now protest ended - March 13, 1988 13.03.2019 6:37

On this day in 1988, protests at Gallaudet University in support of naming the school's first deaf president ended. Dr. I. King Jordan, a deaf man, became the university's president. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Salt March began - March 12, 1930 12.03.2019 6:40

On this day in 1930, Gandhi and dozens of his followers set out on the Salt March to protest the salt tax and the British Raj. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

First public basketball game - March 11, 1892 11.03.2019 5:08

The first public basketball game took place on this day in 1892. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lillian Wald born - March 10, 1867 10.03.2019 16:25

Today on the show, we celebrate Women's History Month by honoring the life and work of Lillian Wald with special guest Marjorie Feld, who wrote the book "Lillian Wald: A Biography." Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Barbie doll introduced - March 9, 1959 09.03.2019 6:02

On this day in 1959, the Barbie doll was introduced at the American Toy Fair in New York City. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

February Revolution Began - March 8, 1917 08.03.2019 7:44

On this day in 1917, the February Revolution began in Russia. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bloody Sunday in Selma - March 7, 1965 07.03.2019 7:04

On this day in 1965, about 600 people set out from Selma, Alabama, to begin a 50-mile march to Montgomery. But not long after they left, law enforcement stopped the march with violence. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cassie Chadwick trial started - March 6, 1905 06.03.2019 6:51

Cassie Chadwick was a career con artist who claimed to be Andrew Carnegie's daughter. On this day in 1905, her trial began. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.