The Smoot-Hawley Tariff Act
June 17, 1930. The Smoot-Hawley Tariff Act takes effect in the US, raising most tariffs by 20% and damaging the world’s already suffering economy. This episode originally aired in 2025. Support the sh...
17 Juni 16min
The Founding of Ford Motor Company
June 16, 1903. Henry Ford incorporates the Ford Motor Company, marking the beginning of one of the world's most influential automobile manufacturers. This episode originally aired in 2023. Support the...
16 Juni 16min
The Fraudulent Discovery of Troy
June 15, 1873. Controversial archaeologist Heinrich Schliemann packs up his dig site, claiming he’s discovered “The Treasure of Priam,” which he says is proof he’s found the lost city of Troy. Support...
15 Juni 17min
Saturday Matinee: What We Did Before
On today’s Saturday Matinee, we dig into an archaeological discovery of human remains that left experts wondering why ancient people collected the bones of their dead. Link to What We Did Before: http...
13 Juni 45min
Retreat from Cold Harbor
June 12, 1864. Union soldiers retreat in the dead of night to bring the Battle of Cold Harbor to a conclusion, ending one of the bloodiest encounters of the American Civil War. This episode originally...
12 Juni 15min
Margaret Thatcher’s Last Election Victory
June 11, 1987. Britain’s Conservative Party wins a third successive general election that ensures that Margaret Thatcher remains Prime Minister. Support the show! Join Into History for ad-free listeni...
11 Juni 16min
Benjamin Franklin’s Kite Experiment
June 10, 1752. Benjamin Franklin flies a kite during a thunderstorm to demonstrate a connection between lightning and electricity. This episode originally aired in 2025. Support the show! Join Into Hi...
10 Juni 15min
Britain Leases Hong Kong
June 9, 1898. Following the Opium Wars, Britain signs an agreement to lease Hong Kong from China for 99 years. Support the show! Join Into History for ad-free listening and more. History Daily is a co...
9 Juni 16min
