Daniel's Timeline

By danhellinger
  • May 20, 1310

    Shoes were made for both right & left feet

    http://www.datesinhistory.com/may20.php before the 14th century, shoes were made the same way, straight and narrow. But during the year 1310, an unanimous person invented the right and left shoe. It changed the way people's feet reacted to walking and blisters were less of an issue.
  • Jan 1, 1400

    Kappa Sigma Established

    http://www.kappasigma.org/fraternity Kappa Sigma Fraternity was established in 1400 by Manuel Chrysoloras. The purpose of the fraternity was to keep young males who were in school safe from tirents such as Baldassare Cossa. It was a safe house for individuals to feel safe. In 1869, Kappa Sigma was founded in the U.S. at University of Virgina. It has exploded into one of the biggest fraternities in the world with over 400 chapters and 250,000 current members.
  • Aug 3, 1492

    Christopher Columbus departs from Palos de la Frontera

    http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Christopher_Columbus This is a key event in history because this was the voyage Coloumbus went on when he discovered The Americas. This may be the most famous and important voyages in human history. It gave way to the U.S.'s existance and many other nations.
  • Nov 5, 1492

    Corn is discovered by Spanish explorers in Cuba.

    http://www.datesinhistory.com/nov05.php This was a great discover for man kind. Corn is used for almost anything in the present day. Without corn, we would not have different types of oils, foods, and the ability to feed animals that produce food for the human population.

  • "The Pilgrims sail from Plymouth, England, on the Mayflower to settle in North America."

    http://www.datesinhistory.com/sep06.php This is one of the key historical events that gave way to the U.S.'s existance. If it was not for the Pilgrims settling on Plymouth Rock, the U.S. could look a lot different at this point in history.

  • George Washington inaugurated as first president of US

    http://www.datesinhistory.com/apr30.php This is a key part of the U.S. histroy and media history. This was the first time in U.S. history that one person took over the responsibilities of taking a country and making a sucessful government out of it. This gave way to the structure we have now in the U.S.

  • The first railroad timetable published in newspaper (Baltimore American)

    http://www.datesinhistory.com/may20.php This was key part of media history because it gave the public a way to check when trains were coming in that day. Train travel would pick up later on, but this was the start of the media giving the public a betetr sense of what was going on with the railroads.

  • Great fire in NY

    http://www.datesinhistory.com/sep06.php The Great Fire of New York City in 1835 demolishd the southeast part of Manhattan around Wall Street. This set back New York City, but it also gave way to new buikdings that are still around to this day. This event was a highlighted event in the media world when the fire happened. NEwspapers all over the country had articles portraying the event and how it happned.

  • "The first baseball uniforms worn. Knickerbockers wear straw hat, white shirt & blue long trousers"

    http://www.datesinhistory.com/jun03.php Baseball has been the National Pastime for over 150 years. When uniforms were intriduced to the game, teams could be identified by their uniforms giving the audience a better understanding of the game. This gave way to the uniforms used today by major leauge players.

  • Stephen Alonzo Jackson is born

    http://stephenwienconsulting.com/samplesites/kappasig/history/jackson.htm Stephen Alonzo Jackson was born September 22, 1851. He was left motherless in his infancy and was raised by his grandmother. Stephen Alonzo Jackson is regarded as possibly the most important man in Kappa Sigma's history. Through his efforts a struggling local fraternity became a strong national organization. He was the architect of our Ritual, writer of our Constitution, and was our first Worthy Grand Master.

  • First pro golf tournament held in Scotland

    http://www.datesinhistory.com/oct17.php This was the starting point of golf as we know it. Golf has inspired so many people over its course of history. It has also been featured in media for 150 years. Like other sports, Golf has been overed by many media outlets such as the Golf Channel, ESPN, and FoxSports.

  • Abraham Lincoln makes his last public speech.

    http://www.datesinhistory.com/apr11.php This was the last speech ever given to the public before Lincoln was killed. He was a great speaker and president in a difficult time period.

  • Assassination of Abraham Lincoln

    http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Abraham_Lincoln_assassination This was the last speech given by Lincoln before he was killed. He was a great speaker with a great sense of being president in a difficult time period.

  • The start of Baseball

    http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Major_League_Baseball The start of the game of baseball has given so many people a great way to pass time and enjoy entertainment. It has given people a true religion and something to believe in.

  • Kappa Sigma Established in the U.S.

    http://www.kappasigma.org/fraternity/history Kappa Sigma is one of the first fraternities established to create a safe place for students to study and grow. I am part of this fraternity and it has greatly impacted my life for the better.

  • Levi Strauss and Jacob Davis receive a U.S. patent for blue jeans with copper rivets.

    http://www.datesinhistory.com/may20.php Levi and Jacob create the iconic jeans that have been famous for more than 125 years. They received their patent to create their product.

  • "Yale Daily News becomes the first daily, college newspaper in the United States."

    http://www.datesinhistory.com/jan28.php This was the start of the college newspaper movement. Yale started the first college newspaper in 1878. It covered sports, student life, and general news.

  • George Sampson patents clothes dryer

    http://www.datesinhistory.com/may20.php The dryer is invented by George Sampson in 1892. It makes way for conventional dryers today. It helped housewives with everyday chores. It also gave way to laundry mats.

  • Phillip K. Wrigley (Wrigley Gum) born

    http://www.datesinhistory.com/dec05.php Mr. Wrigley was the first man to make the iconic Wrigley bubble gum candy. He was an influential figure in the candy business and purchased the Chicago Cubs. Wrigley field is named after him.

  • Babe Ruth debuts in Major league baseball

    http://www.datesinhistory.com/jul11.php This is one of th most important and iconic characters of Major League Baseball. Babe Ruth made a name for himself by hitting 714 home runs. It was later broken by Hank Aaron. Babe Ruth made baseball the National Pastime.

  • Saturday Evening Post cover features Norman Rockwell painting

    Norman Rockwell was a key figure 'The Saturday Evening Post' popularity. He gave the magazine vibrant colors that stood out on news stnads. He was also involved with the 'Boy Scouts of America'.

  • First British bombing of Germany in World War I.

    http://www.datesinhistory.com/oct17.php This was key part of the war against Germany in World War l. The British were amoungst many who did not agree with Germany's stance. This gave way to the U.S. getting involved with the war. This event also gave the media things to cover and report to the public.

  • "The 18th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution takes effect, banning the sale of beer and distilled spirits."

    http://www.datesinhistory.com/jan16.php The 18th Amendment was the ban of beer and distilled spirits to the public. This was established right before the depression. This gave way to homemade spirits and beers such as 'Moonshine'.

  • First assembly of League of Nations (Paris)

    First assembly of League of Nations (Paris)
    http://www.datesinhistory.com/jan16.php The purpose of the League of Nations was to keep world peace after World War l. It was collaborated in Paris, France after the war ended. The largest number of memebers reach 58 countries by 1935.

  • Thomas Edison says Americans prefer silent movies over talkies

    Thomas Edison says Americans prefer silent movies over talkies
    http://www.datesinhistory.com/may20.php This was an opinion stated by the famous Thomas Edison about silent films. He prefered silent films to talkies. This relates back to our History of MAss Media class.

  • Amelia Earhart takes off from Newfoundland to begin her historic solo flight to Ireland

    Amelia Earhart takes off from Newfoundland to begin her historic solo flight to Ireland
    http://www.datesinhistory.com/may20.php This event in history sparked flight travel. Amelia Earhart inspired many people by this flight. She eventually did not make it back and was pronounced dead after her plane crashed in the Burmuda Triangle.

  • 18th Amendment (Prohibition) repealed

    18th Amendment (Prohibition) repealed
    http://www.datesinhistory.com/dec05.php This marked the 13th year that the ban of alcohol was introduced and enforced. In 1933, the ban on alcohol was taken off and the public was allowed to drink again.

  • Franklin D. Roosevelt becomes the first President of the United States to appear on television during the World Fair's opening ceremonies broadcast.

    http://www.datesinhistory.com/apr30.php This event sparked the radio era. Franklin D. Roosevelt was the first president to speak on the radio. He used his 'Fireside Chats' to talk to the public and win their popularity. This event is a great fit for the HAM class because we have covered this exact event.

  • Colombia joins the United Nations.

    Colombia joins the United Nations.
    http://www.datesinhistory.com/nov05.php Columbia joining the United Nations was significant because the United Nations was a key to world peace and still is effective. Columbia joining the UN was important because it was another country joining the prominant organization.

  • Flight 19 is lost in the Bermuda Triangle.

    Flight 19 is lost in the Bermuda Triangle.
    http://www.datesinhistory.com/dec05.php Five TBM Avenger torpedo bombers were lost on Dec. 5th, 1945 over the Bermuda Triangle. This wasn't the first time a plane was lost in the Triangle. Ameila Earhart also lost her life in the same area.

  • Jackie Robinson becomes first black in modern major-league baseball

    Jackie Robinson becomes first black in modern major-league baseball
    http://www.datesinhistory.com/apr11.php Jackie Robinson becomes first black player to break the color barrier.

  • Dodger catcher Roy Campanella is paralyzed in an automobile wreck

    http://www.datesinhistory.com/jan28.php Roy Campanella was one of the most influential colored baseball players in history. He gave way to great catchers and tried to break the colored barrier for other players. Him and Jackie Robinson were one of the most influential colored players at that time.

  • Civil Rights Act of 1964

    http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Civil_Rights_Act_of_1964 The Civil Right act of !964 gave way to the collapse of the color barrier in the United States. It gave colored people across the country a way to live free in their own country.

  • Star Trek premiers on NBC TV

    http://www.datesinhistory.com/sep06.php When Star Trek came out in 1966, it sparked a new type of tv show aired on prime time television. It gave way to cable tv and other hit shows in the era.

  • Martin Luther King Jr. Assassination

    http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Martin_Luther_King_assassination MLK's assassination shocked the world in 1968. It sparked outrage in the U.S. MLK was the most influential person during the civil act movement. MLK gave afican americans freedom.

  • Pres Johnson signs 1968 Civil Rights Act

    http://www.datesinhistory.com/apr11.php This signing was very important because it gave afican americans the right to use bathrooms, schools, bars, etc. with white people. It made the two races join together to become one.

  • The moon landing

    http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Moon_landing The moon landing was a significant event in American history. It gave way to NASA and extensive space travel.

  • Apollo 13 is launched

    http://www.datesinhistory.com/apr11.php This event sparked more NASA attempts on space travel. It was the seventh manned ship and the third to try and land on the moon. However, it did not make it to the moon because of complications.

  • "Beatles' ""Let It Be,"" single goes #1 and stays #1 for 2 weeks"

    http://www.datesinhistory.com/apr11.php The Beatles are one of the most influential bands of the 20th century. 'Let it be' gave way to other great hits for this iconic band.

  • """Jaws"" by Peter Benchley is published"

    http://www.datesinhistory.com/jan16.php Jaws was a movie based on a book by Peter Benchley. It was the start of a series of Jaws movies. This is one of my favorite movies.

  • Seattle Seahawks formed

    http://www.datesinhistory.com/dec05.php The Seattle Seahawks was established in 1974. It has had a big impact on the Seattle economy. It also is a influential franchise with rich history.

  • Seattle Mariners Established

    http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Seattle_Mariners This team is my favorite team of all time. I am a diehard M's fan. This team has been a great influence to the Seattle area. It has given many fans great memories. It also has impacted the Seattle economy greatly.

  • Martin Luther King is posthumously awarded the Medal of Freedom.

    http://www.datesinhistory.com/jul11.php This date was significant to American history because it gave recognition to MLK's work.It reminded the world that MLK was a huge influential person and one no one will forget.

  • "FBI arrests John A Walker Jr, convicted of spying for USSR"

    http://www.datesinhistory.com/may20.php This event was very controversial during the 1980s. The fight against communism was a big part of the 1980s.

  • First World Series game in a covered stadium in Minnesota Metrodome

    http://www.datesinhistory.com/oct17.php This event gave way to newer and better stadiums that have retrackable roofs.

  • Iceberg twice the size of Rhode Island sighted in Antarctic

    http://www.datesinhistory.com/nov05.php I thought this event was interesting because global warming has decreased the size of many icebergs around the north and south pole.

  • "First Monday Night NFL game in Indianapolis, Colts beat Denver 55-23"

    http://www.datesinhistory.com/oct31.php This event was the start of Monday Night Football, a iconic event that happens during the football season each week.

  • Journalists demand greater press freedom in Yugoslavia

    http://www.datesinhistory.com/oct31.php This event is significant to our class because it is about the freedom of journalism. Journalism should be a free act in each country and this event sparked other journalists around the world to demand for more freedom.

  • Japan beats MLB all stars 2-1 in Tokyo (Game 1 of 7)

    http://www.datesinhistory.com/nov05.php This marked the first time the U.S. played another country outside of the olympics.

  • The World Wide Web was born at CERN.

    http://www.datesinhistory.com/apr30.php The World Wide Web was created in 1993. This gave way to the internet we know today.

  • Forty-five year old George Foreman becomes boxing's oldest heavyweight champion when he knocks out Michael Moorer.

    http://www.datesinhistory.com/nov05.php George Forman becomes the oldest boxer to win a heavyweight championship. He knocked out Michael Moorer for the title. This event was inspiring for many people around the world.

  • Cal Ripken, Baltimore Orioles shortstop, breaks Lou Gehrig's record by playing in 2,131 consecutive games."

    http://www.datesinhistory.com/sep06.php This event marked the breakin gof Lou Gehrig's record of consecutive games played. It was a real feat for Ripken who inspired many fans with his relentless play. He has had a big impact on baseball.

  • "The funeral for Diana, Princess of Wales, is held at London's Westminster Abbey."

    http://www.datesinhistory.com/sep06.php I remember this event well. I was 6 years old and watch my mom cry during the funeral. Princess Diana was an iconic figure in the UK. She gave a lot of her time and money to charity.

  • Safeco Field opens

    http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Safeco_Field Safeco Field was a big addition to Seattle. It was immediatly turned into a iconic landmark because of its retrackable roof and brick facing off the stadium.

  • "AT&T Park in San Francisco, Minute Maid Park in Houston, and Comerica Park in Detroit open."

    http://www.datesinhistory.com/apr11.php These stadiums were classfied as high tech ball parks. These parks gave way to bigger and better parks in different cities.

  • Barack Obama becomes first black President of the United States of America

    http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Barack_obama This event will always be very important in U.S. history. The first black president will give way to th first women president and other record breaking feats.

  • The United States population reaches 300 million

    http://www.datesinhistory.com/oct17.php This is a stat that i think is important to look at when we look back at the history of the United States.

  • World population at 7 billion today

    http://www.datesinhistory.com/oct31.php This stat is also another fact that needs to be looked at as the world grows more and more each day. Seven billion people is too much for the earth to handle.

  • Casey at the Bat"" published (SF Examiner)

    http://www.datesinhistory.com/jun03.php The story of 'Casey at the Bat' is an iconic baseball story that almost every baseball fan has heard of.