Almanac

Events that occurred early January between the 1800s to the 1900s are covered, including Alaska's proclamation to be a state of the union, the sinking of the "Flying Enterprise", and the birthdays of Louis Braille and Albert Schweitzer.

Events that occurred late January between the 1800s to the 1900s are covered, including the United States' first successful satellite launch, the start of prohibition, and the organization of the first Boy Scout troop.

Events that occurred early February between the 1800s to the 1900s are covered, including the burning of the Normandy liner, the discovery of the X-ray, and the birth of Thomas Edison and Abraham Lincoln.

Events that occurred late February between the 1700s to the 1900s are covered, including the establishment of the federal post office, the implementation of the Salk vaccine to protect against polio, and the birthday of George Washington.

Events from March 1st to 15th throughout the 1900s are covered, including the crossing of the Rhine during World War II, the organization of the American Legion, and the "Star-Spangled Banner" established as the country's national anthem.

Footage from historic American events remind viewers of what has shaped our country into what it is today. Events from March 16th to 31st throughout the 1800s and 1900s are covered, including the establishment of the U.S. Military Academy, the first automobile to surpass 200 mph, and the passing of Dowager Queen Mary.