World Events Today
- Yellowstone became the first ever National Park in the United States today in 1872
- The Peace Corps, a volunteer program run by the United States government, was formed today in 1961
- The “Watergate Seven” were indicted by a grand jury in Washington today in 1974
Entertainment Events Today
- Jim Morrison, allegedly exposed himself on stage at a Doors concert in Florida today in 1969
- The hit album by Pink Floyd, The Dark Side of the Moon, was released today in 1973
- Color television transmission was introduced in Australia today in 1975
Family Events Today
- Saint David is believed to have died today in 589, since the 12th Century, the day has been recognized as Saint David’s Day in Wales, where he is their patron saint
- The Polish composer Chopin was born today in 1810 in the Duchy of Warsaw
- The English actor David Niven, who played James Bond in the early Casino Royale movie, was born today in 1910 in London
Main Event Today
- Rio de Janeiro, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in its own right, was founded today in 1565
National Day Today
- Today, it’s National Peanut Butter Lover’s Day