In the early days of the Civil War, tensions between the Union and Confederate states were escalating rapidly. On April 19, 1861, just a week after the Confederate attack on Fort Sumter, riots erupted in Baltimore, Maryland, as pro-Confederate mobs attacked Union troops who were en route to Washington, D.C.…

In 1945, delegates from around the world gathered in San Francisco to participate in the United Nations Conference on International Organization (UNCIO). The objective of this historic event was to create an international body, the United Nations (UN), that would promote peace and security, foster economic and social development, and…

The Antiterrorism and Effective Death Penalty Act (AEDPA) of 1996 is a crucial piece of legislation that was passed in the United States in response to growing concerns about domestic and international terrorism. The law, signed by President Bill Clinton on April 24, 1996, aimed to enhance the government’s ability…

The Boston Latin School, founded on April 23, 1635, holds the prestigious title of being the first public school in the United States. Located in Boston, Massachusetts, the school was established by the town’s leaders, led by Reverend John Cotton. The founders aimed to provide a free education to the…

The Seattle World’s Fair, also known as the Century 21 Exposition, opened on April 21, 1962, and ran until October 21, 1962. This historic event played a significant role in showcasing the nation’s technological and cultural advancements. The fair aimed to provide a glimpse into the future, focusing on themes…