Ghana declared a republic - July 1, 1960
On this day in 1960, Ghana was declared a republic, and Kwame Nkrumah was inaugurated as president. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
1 Jul 20195min
Tunguska event - June 30, 1908
On this day in 1908, an explosion occurred near the Podkamennaya Tunguska River in Russia that was likely caused by a meteorite or comet bursting. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
30 Jun 20195min
Moctezuma II died - June 29, 1520
On this day in 1520, Aztec emperor Moctezuma died, either at the hands of Spaniards or Aztecs unhappy with his rule. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
29 Jun 20196min
Stonewall raid and riots - June 28, 1969
On this day in 1968, New York City police raided the Stonewall Inn, a gay bar, sparking nights of riots that became a major moment of resistance in the history of the LGBTQ rights movement. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
28 Jun 20195min
E.R. Braithwaite born - June 27, 1912
On this day in 1912, writer, social worker, teacher, and diplomat E.R. Braithwaite was born. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
27 Jun 20195min
Big Bill Broonzy born - June 26, 1893 or 1903
On this day in 1893 or 1903, blues musician Big Bill Broonzy was born. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
26 Jun 20196min
First photo to illustrate newspaper report taken - June 25, 1848
Charles-François Thibault took three photos during the June Days uprising on this day and the following in 1848. Two of them became the first photos to accompany a newspaper report. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
25 Jun 20194min
Dancing mania outbreak - June 24, 1374
On this day in 1374, a dancing mania outbreak began in Aachen, Germany. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
24 Jun 20195min
