This Day in History, July 6
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On July 6th, 1785, the dollar was unanimously chosen as the official currency of the United States.
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A thought for the day: What everyone in the astronaut corps shares in common is not gender or ethnic background, but motivation, perseverance, and desire -- the desire to participate in a voyage of discovery. -- American ...Read More
Other Notable Events for May 10
On this date in history:
In 1865, Confederate President Jefferson Davis was captured by Union troops. He spent the next two years in prison.
In 1869, the golden spike was driven at Promontory, Utah, ...Read More
Notable Birthdays for May 10
Those born on this date include:
- British statesman/scholar James Bryce in 1838
- Abraham Lincoln assassin John Wilkes Booth in 1838
- film composer Max Steiner in 1888
- Nazi Gen. Alfred Jodl,...Read More
Astronomy
Today is Friday, May 10, the 131st day of 2024 with 235 to follow.
The moon is waxing. Morning stars are Mars, Mercury, Neptune, Saturn and Venus. Evening star is Jupiter.
This Day in History, May 10
On May 10th, 1497, Amerigo Vespucci left for his voyage to the New World.
A thought for the day
A thought for the day: If a man watches three football games in a row, he should be declared legally dead. -- American humorist Erma Bombeck
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