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On this day, 108 years ago, one of the most prominent personalities in the art world was born. Let's take a look back at the life and work of the celebrated surrealist painter in this installment of Today in History!
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On this day, 83 years ago, one of Hollywood's most beautiful and famous screen sirens and fashion icons was born. Let's take a look back at the life and work of the legendary Audrey Hepburn in this installment of Today in History!
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On this day, 75 years ago, celebrated American actor, director, producer, and writer Jack Nicholson was born in New York City. Let us take a look back at the life and work of the renowned Hollywood star in this installment of Today in History.
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On this day, 117 years ago, the first movie projector designed and built in the United States was showcased by Woodville Latham and his sons, Otway and Gray, in a private exhibition. Read about this cinematography milestone in this installment of Today in History.
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On this day, 123 years ago, one of the most influential and creative personalities of the silent film era was born. Let us take a look back at the life and silent film milestones of English comic actor Charlie Chaplin in this installment of Today in History.
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On this day, 100 years ago, one of the most iconic and luxurious ocean liners at the time sank into the the North Atlantic Ocean after crashing into an iceberg during her maiden voyage. Let's take a look back at one of the most tragic maritime disasters in history after the jump.
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On this day, 18 years ago, Kurt Cobain, the lead singer of American grunge band Nirvana, was reported to have committed suicide and was found in his Lake Washington home three days later. Let us briefly look back at the events surrounding the iconic musician's final moments, which remain to be subjects of debate and speculation to this day.
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In March 31, 1889, the wrought iron lattice tower designed by Gustave Eiffel was opened to the public and has since become the most-visited paid monument in the world. Read more fun facts and see 50 of the best photos of La Tour Eiffel from our community below!
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On this day, more than 138 years ago, one of the most notable and famous illusionists in history was born. Let us look back at the fascinating and magical life of master magician and escape artist Harry Houdini.
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On this day, 101 years ago, a master of the Japanese art of paper folding was born. Let us take time to learn about the artist who pioneered countless origami techniques for this installment of Today in History.
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On this day, 80 years ago, one of the greatest stars ever to grace Hollywood and silver screens around the world was born. Let's take a look back and celebrate the life and works of Dame Elizabeth Taylor.
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On this day, 47 years ago, African American human rights activist Malcolm X was shot dead while preparing to give a speech at a rally. He sustained 21 gunshot wounds. While the iconoclast died prematurely at age 39, his legacy still remains intact today. Read more about one of the most influential African Americans in history after the jump.
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On this day, 50 years ago, John Hershel Glenn Jr. became the first American astronaut to perform an orbital flight around the Earth. Read about this milestone in space travel after the jump!
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On this day, around 278 A.D. a holy Roman priest named Valentine faced execution under the rule of Emperor Claudius II. Read about the legend behind this day of romance after the jump.
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Eight decades and one year ago, a star in the name of James Dean was born. Here's a tribute to the man whose life mantra was "Dream as if you'll live forever; Live as if you'll die today."
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On this day, 124 years ago, National Geographic Society was founded! As their motto, "Inspiring people to care about the planet since 1888", states, the society's purpose is to encourage environmental awareness. Today we are commemorating their long legacy of scientific discoveries, explorations, and philanthropy!
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On this day over 2 centuries ago, the father of macabre literature was born. Let's take a trip down Edgar Allan Poe's grotesque memory lane and see some of his engraved and daguerreotype portraits and his notable writings on mystery.
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On this day, over a century ago, one of Hollywood's best known and most enduring celebrities was born. Let's take a quick look at the life and work of Cary Grant in this installment of Today in History.
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On this day, 161 years ago, a French physicist came up with a simple device that attempted to demonstrate the Earth's rotation. Read about how the device and the experiment after the jump!
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On this day, in 45 B.C, the world began celebrating New Year's Day on January 1 upon implementation of the Julian Calendar. Learn something about the origins of New Year's Day after the jump!
