This Day in History, October 7

History & Quotes / October 07, 2024

On October 7th, 1769, Captain Cook discovered New Zealand.

A thought for the day

History & Quotes / October 06, 2024

A thought for the day: I have always looked on disobedience toward the oppressive as the only way to use the miracle of having been born. I have always looked on the silence of those who do not react or who indeed applaud ...Read More

Other Notable Events for October 6

History & Quotes / October 06, 2024

On this date in history:

In 1853, Antioch College opened in Yellow Springs, Ohio, as the first non-sectarian school to offer equal opportunity for both men and women.

In 1889, Thomas Edison debuts his...Read More

Notable Birthdays for October 6

History & Quotes / October 06, 2024

Those born on this date include:

- Musician Jenny Lind in 1820
- inventor/manufacturer George Westinghouse in 1846
- architect Le Corbusier in 1887
- aviator Roland Garros in 1888
- tennis...Read More

Astronomy

History & Quotes / October 06, 2024

Today is Sunday, Oct. 6, the 280th day of 2024 with 86 to follow.

The moon is waxing. Morning stars are Jupiter, Mars, Neptune, Saturn and Uranus. Evening stars are Jupiter, Mars, Neptune, Saturn, Uranus and Venus.

This Day in History, October 6

History & Quotes / October 06, 2024

On October 6th, 1927, "The Jazz Singer" -- the first feature-length movie with talking sequences -- premiered.