Anarchists slay police in 1886 Haymarket event.

Historical Spotlight

Looking for a break from the heavy news of the week? Let’s take a step back in time and shine a spotlight on some fascinating moments from history.

The First Moon Landing

On July 20, 1969, NASA’s Apollo 11 mission successfully landed two astronauts, Neil Armstrong and Edwin “Buzz” Aldrin, on the surface of the moon. Armstrong famously declared, “That’s one small step for man, one giant leap for mankind,” as he became the first human to set foot on the moon.

The Fall of the Berlin Wall

On November 9, 1989, the Berlin Wall, which had divided East and West Germany since 1961, was finally torn down. The event marked the end of the Cold War and the beginning of a new era of German reunification.

The Women’s Suffrage Movement

For decades, women in the United States fought tirelessly for the right to vote. The 19th Amendment, which granted women suffrage, was finally ratified on August 18, 1920. This momentous achievement was the result of years of hard work and dedication by countless women’s rights activists.

So take a moment to appreciate these incredible moments from history and the people who made them possible.