This Day in History, November 17

History & Quotes / November 17, 2024

On November 17th, 1962, John F. Kennedy dedicated the Dulles International Airport.

A thought for the day

History & Quotes / November 16, 2024

A thought for the day: One of the truest tests of integrity is its blunt refusal to be compromised. - Nigerian writer Chinua Achebe

Other Notable Events for November 16

History & Quotes / November 16, 2024

On this date in history:

In 1907, Oklahoma became the 46th state admitted to the union.

In 1914, intended to serve as a lender of last resort, the New York Fed opened for business.

In 1933,...Read More

Notable Birthdays for November 16

History & Quotes / November 16, 2024

Those born on this date include:

- Tiberius, emperor of Rome, in 42 B.C.
- playwright George S. Kaufman in 1889
- musician Eddie Condon (McKenzie and Condon's Chicagoans) in 1905
- actor Burgess...Read More

Astronomy

History & Quotes / November 16, 2024

Today is Saturday, Nov. 16, the 321st day of 2024 with 45 to follow.

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

This Day in History, November 16

History & Quotes / November 16, 2024

On November 16th, 1904, John Ambrose Fleming invented the vacuum tube.