March 18 1852

On this day, March 18th 1852, Wells and Fargo meet in New York to discuss with investors to start their company, Wells Fargo. Wells Fargo began in New York but it did not start as a bank. Originally, it was a shipping company. In these times, shipping companies were making lots of money all around the U.S. and Wells and Fargo could not miss the chance to capitalize on this huge opportunity. They began offering some of the best shipping prices for items such as gold dust and their company quickly gained success across the country. The company operated for many years as a simple transportation company for both cargo and people able to be transported across the country. In 1905 the company moved away from the shipping line aspect and got into banking. The company still mainly does this even today as it has become one of the most well known banks in the country.

This event affected people of the time because it gave them a reliable transport company, and later a banking company, all for a fair price. This company quickly rose in popularity and became a nationwide household name. Not just for transportation but for banking later as well.

This event is relative today because the company itself still exists as a bank and is one of the most well known ones at that. Yup there we go

On This Day, Febuary 23rd

On Febuary 23rd, 1945, the U.S. raises its flag during the battle of Iwo Jima and the photo taken of that moment becomes one of the most iconic photos in American history. During the battle, marines took it upon themselves to raise the flag at the highest point of the area witch happened to be a hill. The marines hoisted the flag while a war photographer captured the iconic image, forever immortalizing it as part of the American culture and history.

At the time, this photo spread like wildfire, appearing in newspapers and magazines everywhere along with other forms of media. The image helped boost American morale during the war drastically and encouraged the war torn nation to continue fighting and press onward until they won. The image was quickly turned into propaganda posters, encouraging the nations youth and populace to enlist for their country. The victory and flag raising at Iwo Jima also signified the beginning of the end for the war that had raged on for almost five years at that point. Later that same year, the war would end on both fronts, with the surrender of Germany and the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki. This photo may have been the pushing factor of morale needed at the time as the war had been going on for a long time, and most of the American people wanted the war to be over more than anything. Having this newfound morale boost it pushed everyone to continue and end it. 

Today, this image still circulates around history books and movies all over the world as a testament to America's perseverance during the war and ultimate victory. The image might even be considered the most iconic image in American history. Many American people find inspiration in this image, inspiration to keep fighting and going no matter the situation, it doesn't have to be war, but whatever you may be going through, keep going and preservere, you will survive and get through it.

On this day Fabuary 1st 2003

On February 1st 2003, the Columbia space shuttle exploded over Texas, killing all seven crew members aboard the shuttle. The shuttle disintegrated at about 231,000 feet above ground and pieces of debris were found all over the state. The explosion was caused by heat panels on the left wing being damaged or missing entirely, this caused heat to enter the wing and break it apart, the rest of this shuttle soon followed. Two people in a search helicopter were also killed while looking for debris. The seven crew members were confirmed dead when their remains were found amongst the debris.

The world was watching as Columbia exploded. Most people nearby had reported hearing the booming sound and seeing the debris fall down to earth that morning. For a while, people suspected foul play, such as terrorism, or as some kind of sabotage act. It was later revealed however that the issue that caused the explosion was a constant problem for the mission, and partially contributed to the constant delay of the mission for about two years, as the mission was originally supposed to launch on January 11th of 2001. The family of the seven crew members were devastated of course, and NASA had to quickly scramble to figure out what went wrong and learn from it. Which they eventually did figure out, and took extra precautions on future missions to prevent this issue from happening again.

Today, NASA still remembers and honors those who died on the Columbia that day, saying that the crew members "Gave their lives for the discovery and exploration of the cosmos.". NASA also takes extreme precautions even now to ensure that this never happens again. However, in space missions like this, the smaller variable can cause something to go catastrophically wrong, but they still try to be extra sure with almost all aspects of these missions. 

On This Day In History, January 12

On January 12 1904, Henry Ford sets the new land speed record of the time with a speed of 91.37 mph. Ford, using a prototype model of one of his later vehicles, set the record on Michigan's Lake Saint Claire, when it was frozen over in the winter. Ford called his prototype automobile the "999" and would later revise its schematics into the world renowned Model T. Ford had created the Ford Motor Company the year before in 1903. Ford had tested other cars before the 999, but this one was the fastest one he had tested at that time. Ford continued testing cars after this and took notes as to how the cars should function and operate in order to create a cheap automotive that would run well and be available to everyone. This dream would come to light in 1908 with the invention of the Model T, the worlds first commercial car. Even after the Model T, Ford's company would continue to make different models of cars even up to today, with Ford's company still existing and still creating cars and trucks for the general public.

This even was significant back in this time for many reasons. At this point in history, cars were only available for the rich, and even those cars were expensive and did not entirely run correctly. Ford wanted to change this and make an affordable automobile to be used by everyone that didn't break down all the time. Not only that, but others were also expanding on the new automotive frontier, and may have been wondering what to do with these new vehicles, this speed record may have opened peoples eyes to the prospect of car racing. The more practical use of cars at this time however, was to get to places faster than ever before. Back then, the only way to get to locations was either by walking or by horseback or train. But a train could only go where there was a rail, and a horse didn't go very fast, that and horses could fall ill or get hurt while en route to their destination. What people really wanted and needed was something that could be easily fixed, could go anywhere, and was fast, and that's exactly what Ford made with his invention.

Today, this event is significant in the way that it paved the way for other events to happen. When Ford did this, he was testing the final stages of his new automobile, and this would change the world forever. Look outside right now, surely you can see at least one road, or highway, or parking lot, all for what? Cars, automobiles. Sure, they have gone through some big changes over the years, but the basic concept remains the same. Four wheels, steering wheel, and an engine. Our world practically revolves around cars today, if you were to remove your car from your life, even just for a day, life would be a lot harder wouldn't it? Even the speed record that was set during the actual event was broken in the span of a month, and today, we have much higher speed records that make this one seem like a walk in the park. But none of those records would be broken or exist if the car wasn't invented in the first place. ayy lmao

On This Day, January 7 1789

On this day, January 7th, 1789, the newly formed United States Of America elects its first president, George Washington, through the electoral college system. Back in this age, only white men who owned property could vote. Today, the system has been changed so that anybody who is a registered citizen of the United States and is over the age of 18 can vote. Washington was also elected through the electoral college system. Back in this era, the United States was a newly formed nation, and it needed a leader. However, instead of picking a king like their previous British oppressors, the new nation decided to elect a president who had only limited power in a moderated government. When Washington won the election, and was inaugurated, the nation finally had a leader to look up to, a leader who wouldn't oppress them, as the British did. Washington had already proven his worth to the nation during the Revolution, where he served as a general, and led the colonists to victory against Britain, and helped the new nation gain its independence. 

Even today, the system of electing a president remains mostly the same, the only things that have majorly changed since the 1700's is the rights of who can vote. Since Washington, there have been 43 presidents. Each one elected in the same way. However, one system that causes controversy is the electoral college system. While some support it and some oppose it, it has still been in use despite efforts to stop it. The electoral college system can sometimes allow a president to win an election even if the candidate did not receive the majority of popular votes. This is the main argument for those who oppose the electoral college system, and it is partially true. Despite all these controversies, this even still retains its important political and historical significance even today. Washington has gone down in American history as a great military leader, a great political leader, and a great man of morals and respect. Some even go as far as to say that Washington was the best president we've had, and while thats debatable, the importance of it all remains the same. 

On This Day, November 12 1980

On this day, November 12 1980, Voyager 1 flies near Saturn. By doing this, Voyager 1 became the first spacecraft to do so. Humanity was always curious about the stars, astronomy is one of the world’s oldest scientific fields. In recent years, advances have been made that accelerate our progress in knowing, and understanding, our universe. Saturn was one planet that always fascinated astronomers. Its hypnotizing rings and many moons make it a very interesting subject. So when astronomers finally got to see Saturn up close, they were astounded by what they found. They found that Saturn did not just have six rings, as previously thought, but in fact, Saturn had hundreds of rings that all intertwined and laced themselves together in a way that made it look like only six rings to the untrained eye. Astronomers also received hi-res images, allowing astronomers to view the striking beauty of its rings in high definition. Voyager 1 did not stop there however, Voyager 1 continued to float towards the edge of our solar system all while transmitting data back to Earth. In fact, Voyager 1 is still transmitting data to this day, scientists guess that Voyager 1 will continue to transmit until 2020, that’s when the power source will cut out. However, Voyager 1 still wont be done, the derelict husk of the probe will continue to drift further and further into the heliopause. Voyager 1 and its sister craft, Voyager 2, both came outfitted with a gold disk containing information about earth and humanity, so that maybe, just maybe, some other alien race will find it, and then come and find us.

This even affected people back then because it showed everyone how beautiful things are outside of our tiny blue spec of life. It showed everyone how there is a whole universe out there, ready to be explored, with more beautiful things like this just waiting to be found. Of course, this also meant that astronomers could now receive and interpret data from Saturn and learn more about the Jovian planet. Things such as, what its atmosphere is composed of, what its rings are made of, how its rings are made, and Saturn’s gravity in itself.

This event still holds its importance today in many ways. Voyager 1 still continues to transmit data back to us as it drifts further and further out of our solar system. It doesn’t have much to transmit, however, out there where Voyager 1 is, there is nothing. No start, no planets, absolute void. Of course this data can be used to observe the effects of nothingness on the craft. On the other end, much of what is known about Saturn is based off of Voyager 1’s data, and Saturn continues to be studied today.

11 6 15 On this day in history

On this day, November 6 1860, Abraham Lincoln is elected the 16th president of the United States. Lincoln would go on to lead the country in one of its darkest times, the Civil War. Lincoln tried his hardest to keep the states united before the war and tried to reunite them during the war. He also worked to abolish slavery.

Back in 1860 this affected the people because Lincoln promised a lot in his presidency. He promised to get rid of slavery while keeping the union united. Lincoln is often hailed as one of the greatest American presidents, for both leading the union during the war and beating the Confederacy. His honesty and bravery were praised back then and still are praised today.

Today, Lincoln's legacy is celebrated through many monuments and historic places throughout the U.S. The Lincoln memorial is one of his most famous monuments. Located in Washington D.C. this monument gives insight into the great things that he did during his presidency and gives more info about him, his life, his presidency, his accomplishments, and his victories. If he had not existed, or had not been elected president, we may not have won the Civil War or gotten rid of slavery.