This Day in History, November 4

History & Quotes / November 04, 2024

On November 4th, 1955, the rebuilt Vienna State Opera reopened after being destroyed during World War II.

A thought for the day

History & Quotes / November 03, 2024

A thought for the day: Samuel Davies, 18th-century American educator, said, Intolerance has been the curse of every age and state.

Other Notable Events for November 3

History & Quotes / November 03, 2024

On this date in history:

In 1868, John Willis Menard of Louisiana became the first African American elected to the United States House of Representatives. Opposition to his election prevented him from ever being...Read More

Notable Birthdays for November 3

History & Quotes / November 03, 2024

Those born on this date include:

- Evangelist/educator Samuel Davies in 1723
- early Texas leader Stephen Austin in 1793
- Football Hall of Fame member Bronislau Bronko Nagurski in 1908
- ...Read More

Astronomy

History & Quotes / November 03, 2024

Today is Sunday, Nov. 3, the 308th day of 2024 with 58 to follow.

Daylight Saving Time ends.

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

This Day in History, November 3

History & Quotes / November 03, 2024

On November 3rd, 1783, the Continental Army was disbanded.