International Day of the Nacho
This day celebrates the creation of one of the most popular snacks in the world – nachos. Nachos are typically made of tortilla chips topped with melted cheese, jalapeño peppers, and other toppings.
World Mission Sunday
This day is observed by various Christian denominations to raise awareness of missionary work and to encourage support for the global mission.
International Day of the Air Traffic Controller
This day recognizes the critical role played by air traffic controllers in ensuring safe and efficient air travel. The day also honors the memory of those who have lost their lives while performing this important job.
National Pumpkin Cheesecake Day
This day celebrates the delicious combination of pumpkin and cheesecake, a popular dessert enjoyed by many during the fall season.
Apple Day
Apple Day is celebrated to promote the diversity and importance of apples in our diets and to raise awareness of the need to preserve orchards and varieties of apples.
1520: Ferdinand Magellan discovers a strait at the southern tip of South America, which will be named the Strait of Magellan.
1797: The U.S. Navy frigate USS Constitution, also known as “Old Ironsides,” is launched in Boston Harbor.
1805: A French army, led by Napoleon Bonaparte, defeats an Austrian army at the Battle of Ulm.
1879: Thomas Edison successfully demonstrates his electric incandescent lamp to the public for the first time.
1917: The first soldiers of the American Expeditionary Force arrive in France during World War I.
1944: During World War II, the Battle of Leyte Gulf begins, which will become the largest naval battle in history.
1966: The National Organization for Women (NOW) is founded in Washington, D.C.
1978: The election of Pope John Paul II marks the first non-Italian pope in 456 years.
1994: The movie “Pulp Fiction” is released, which will become a cult classic.
2003: The United States Senate votes to approve $87 billion in funding for the Iraq War and reconstruction efforts.
