Blog Archives

Feb 28, 1983: Final Episode of M*A*S*H Airs

On this day in 1983, the celebrated sitcom M*A*S*H bows out after 11 seasons, airing a special two-and-a-half hour episode watched by 77 percent of the television viewing audience. It was the largest percentage ever to watch a single TV

Tagged with: , , , , , , , , , , , ,
Posted in Uncategorized

Feb 28, 1953: Watson and Crick Discover Chemical Structure of DNA

On this day in 1953, Cambridge University scientists James D. Watson and Frances H.C. Crick announce that they have determined the double-helix structure of DNA, the molecule containing human genes. Though DNA–short for deoxyribonucleic acid–was discovered in 1869, its crucial

Tagged with: , , , , , , , , , , , ,
Posted in Uncategorized

Feb 28, 1844: Tyler Narrowly Escapes Death on the USS Princeton

On this day in 1844, President John Tyler cruises the Potomac with 400 others aboard the U.S. Navy’s new steam frigate USS Princeton, not realizing that his life will soon be in danger. In attendance that day were political dignitaries

Tagged with: , , , , , , , , , , , ,
Posted in Uncategorized

Enter your email address to follow this blog and receive notifications of new posts by email. You have full control over the frequency of emails you receive, and you can unsubscribe at any time. We will NOT share your email address with anyone, ever!

Join 735 other subscribers
Member of The Internet Defense LeagueBloggers' Rights at EFF