NATIONAL WAFFLE IRON DAY
Waffle lovers finally have their day of recognition on June 29 as they celebrate National Waffle Iron Day. Some people enjoy their waffles plain with syrup, but we like ours topped with berries, whipped cream, too. Who knew a simple machine would make such a big impact on our lives! Read more...
NATIONAL ALMOND BUTTERCRUNCH DAY
National Almond Buttercrunch Day is observed annually on June 29 and is a day we delight over toffee covered in chocolate creating buttercrunch. This delicious treat has a crunchy texture and a caramel flavor that melts in your mouth. Read more...
NATIONAL CAMERA DAY
Everything comes into focus on June 29 when we recognize National Camera Day. The day commemorates photographs, the camera, and their invention. Follow along as we take a snapshot of some interesting camera facts and learn a few things, too. Read more...
On Deck for June 30, 2024
National Days
SOCIAL MEDIA DAY
NATIONAL OOTD DAY
NATIONAL METEOR WATCH DAY
June 29th Celebrated History
1613
Fire destroys Shakespeare's Globe Theatre. A cannon used in the performance of "Henry VIII" caused the thatched roof to quickly become engulfed.
1956
President Dwight D. Eisenhower signs the Federal Aid Highway Act of 1956 creating the United States Interstate Highway System.
1986
Richard Branson completes the fastest crossing of the Atlantic Ocean aboard Virgin Atlantic Challenger II.
2007
Apple Inc. offers the iPhone for sale for the first time.
June 29th Celebrated Birthdays
William Mayo - 1861
Best known as co-founder of the Mayo Clinic with his brother Charles, William Mayo was exposed to the medical field at a young age through his experiences with his physician father. Both became surgeons with expertise in many methods and procedures.
Maurice Britt - 1919
Drafted by the Detroit Lions in 1940, Maurice Britt's career headed into high gear. Then in 1941, he was drafted once again – by the United States Army. Britt went on to become the army service member in United States history to receive the three highest combat awards in a single war. He earned the Distinguished Service Cross, the Medal of Honor, and the Silver Star among many other awards.
Following the war, Britt served his home state as Lt. Governor for two terms.
Harmon Killebrew - 1936
Playing mostly for the Minnesota Twins, Harmon Killebrew was a right-handed power hitter. His numerous home runs and last name earned him an obvious nickname. However, "Killer" didn't quite fit the soft-spoken nature of the person.
Eva Boyd - 1943
"Come on, do the locomotion..." Known as Little Eva, the American pop singer is known for her recordings of "Locomotion" and "Breaking Up is Hard to Do."
No comments:
Post a Comment