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Ancient
Caligula Assassinated
Roman Emperor Caligula was assassinated by officers of the Praetorian Guard after a reign marked by cruelty. The guard then proclaimed his uncle Claudius as the new emperor.
On This Day in History
1848
Exploration
Gold Discovered at Sutter's Mill
James W. Marshall discovered gold at Sutter's Mill in Coloma, California. The discovery triggered the California Gold Rush, drawing hundreds of thousands westward.
1908
Culture
Boy Scouts Founded
Robert Baden-Powell established the Boy Scout movement with 'Scouting for Boys.' The organization grew into one of the largest youth movements in the world.
1935
Invention
First Canned Beer Sold
The Gottfried Krueger Brewing Company sold the first canned beer in Richmond, Virginia. The innovation eventually revolutionized the beverage industry.
1943
War & Conflict
Casablanca Conference Ends
Roosevelt and Churchill concluded the Casablanca Conference, announcing unconditional surrender policy for the Axis. The conference also planned the invasion of Sicily.
1972
War & Conflict
Japanese Soldier Discovered Hiding in Guam
Sergeant Shoichi Yokoi was discovered in a jungle cave in Guam, where he had hidden for 28 years since WWII ended. He had survived on nuts, frogs, and shrimp.
1984
Invention
Apple Macintosh Goes on Sale
Apple unveiled the Macintosh, featuring a revolutionary graphical user interface and mouse. Steve Jobs introduced it with the famous '1984' Super Bowl commercial.