On This Day in History

    • May 26, 2012

      • May 26, 1864: Montana becomes a territory.

      • May 26, 1977: The original "Star Wars" movie debuts.

    • May 25, 2012

      • Today is Don't Fry Day: Be sure to protect your skin while outside today, and every day.

    • May 24, 2012

      • May 24, 1844: The first telegraph message is sent.

      • May 24, 2001: 15-year-old Sherpa Temba Tsheri becomes the youngest person to climb Mount Everest.

    • May 23, 2012

      • May 23, 1911: The New York Public Library is dedicated.

      • May 23, 1953: Schools use Cliff's Notes for the first time.

    • May 22, 2012

      • May 22, 1902: Crater Lake National Park is established.

      • May 22, 1960: The strongest earthquake of the 20th century strikes Chile.

    • May 21, 2012

      • May 21, 1881: American Red Cross is founded.

      • May 21, 2005: The tallest roller coaster in the world opens in New Jersey.

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