num_pages: 352
description: Did anything interesting happen on this date anywhere in the world? This unique resource will answer the above question and give the reader much more information, besides. Sure to appeal to history aficionados, trivia buffs, and the insatiably curious, this singular reference provides a wealth of information including quotations, humorous commentary, and historical facts about the over 1,500 events listed throughout the year. Many of the events are cross-referenced with corresponding relevant dates, giving the reader even more insight into the significance of the event, straight from the pages of history. Sample January 1President Lincoln issued the Emancipation Proclamation, 1863The Trans-Siberian Railway started its maiden voyage, 1905Twenty-six nations signed the United Nations Declaration, 1942 (see January 9th and October 24th entries)May 21Charles Lindbergh landed in Paris, France after completing the first solo transatlantic flight, 1927 (See May 20th entry)
language: English
title: On This Day in History
titlecomplete: On This Day in History
genres: Reference, History
ratings_count: 5
publisher: Prentice Hall Press