Mick Jagger is Born
Mick Jagger, iconic frontman of The Rolling Stones, was born on July 26, 1943, in Dartford, Kent, England. Jagger’s charismatic stage presence and distinctive voice have made him one of the most popular and influential figures in the history of rock and roll. The Rolling Stones, known for their unique sound that blends rock, blues, […]
America Bombs Rome
On July 19, 1943, in one of the more controversial actions of World War II, Allied forces led by the United States conducted a bombing raid on Rome, targeting military and industrial locations within the then-fascist capital. This was the first of several raids aimed at crippling fascist infrastructure but spared some culturally and historically […]
Zoot Suit Riots Begin in Los Angeles
On June 3, 1943, the Zoot Suit Riots broke out in Los Angeles, California. These riots were characterized by a series of attacks by U.S. servicemen, stationed in the city during World War II, against Mexican American youth and other minorities who were recognizable by their distinctive zoot suits. The violence was fueled by racial […]
Albert Hofmann Discovers Hallucinogenic Effects of LSD
On this day in history, Swiss chemist Albert Hofmann accidentally discovers the hallucinogenic effects of LSD (lysergic acid diethylamide) while working at Sandoz Laboratories in Basel, Switzerland. This serendipitous discovery would lead to further research into the psychedelic properties of LSD and its impact on psychology, neuroscience, and counterculture movements in the decades to come.
Franklin D. Roosevelt Becomes the First U.S. President to Travel by Airplane on Official Business
A pioneering moment in presidential history occurred on January 14th, 1943, when Franklin D. Roosevelt became the first U.S. president to travel by airplane on official business. This marked a new era in presidential transportation.