Other Notable Events for November 15

History & Quotes / November 15, 2024

On this date in history:

In 1791, Georgetown University, in what is now Washington, D.C., opened as the first Roman Catholic college in the United States.

In 1864, Union General William Tecumseh ...Read More

Notable Birthdays for November 15

History & Quotes / November 15, 2024

Those born on this date include:

- Pope Nicholas V in 1397
- astronomer William Herschel in 1738
- artist Georgia O'Keeffe in 1887
- German Gen. Erwin Rommel in 1891
- TV personality/...Read More

Astronomy

History & Quotes / November 15, 2024

Today is Friday, Nov. 15, the 320th day of 2024 with 46 to follow.

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

This Day in History, November 15

History & Quotes / November 15, 2024

On November 15th, 1960, the Polaris missile was test-launched.

A thought for the day

History & Quotes / November 14, 2024

A thought for the day: The longer the title, the less important the job. -- American politician George McGovern

Other Notable Events for November 14

History & Quotes / November 14, 2024

On this date in history:

In 1666, the first blood transfusion took place in London. Blood from one dog was transfused into another.

In 1832, the first horse-drawn streetcar made its appearance in New ...Read More