This Day in History, October 2

History & Quotes / October 02, 2024

On October 2nd, 1955, the ENIAC computer was deactivated at 11:45 PM.

A thought for the day

History & Quotes / October 01, 2024

A thought for the day: You just can't spend any time second-guessing yourself. -- American baseball player Rod Carew

Other Notable Events for October 1

History & Quotes / October 01, 2024

On this date in history:

In 1890, legislation is signed by President Benjamin Harrison creating Yosemite National Park, making it the nation's third National Park. In 2016, the park expanded by more than 400 ...Read More

Notable Birthdays for October 1

History & Quotes / October 01, 2024

Those born on this date include:

- Henry III, king of England, in 1207
- first lady Caroline Harrison in 1832
- aerospace entrepreneur William Boeing in 1881
- outlaw Bonnie Parker in 1910
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Astronomy

History & Quotes / October 01, 2024

Today is Tuesday, Oct. 1, the 275th day of 2024 with 91 to follow.

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

This Day in History, October 1

History & Quotes / October 01, 2024

On October 1st, 1908, Ford introduced the Model T.