Today in History . . .

[Deb in IA]

On October 1, 1949, Communist Party Chairman Mao Zedong raised the first flag of the People's Republic of China during a ceremony in Beijing.

On October 1, 1961, Roger Maris of the New York Yankees hit his 61st home run of the season, breaking Babe Ruth's record of 60 set in 1927.

On October 1, 1971, Walt Disney World opened in Orlando, Fla. WOOO HOOOO!!!!

On October 1, 2001, the Supreme Court suspended former President Clinton from practicing before the high court.

 

[ILUVDXL]

And here we are 31 years later and we still can't get enough Disney.

Thanks, Deb.

 

[coqui]

The First Model T rolled out this date as well. I forget the year.

 

[EROS]

Thanks, DEB ......

 

[RoqueC]

Originally posted by coqui
The First Model T rolled out this date as well. I forget the year.

Indeed.

Thanks for the info!

 

[nativetxn]

And where would all of us be without WDW? No DIS

Thanks, Deb

 

[olena]

Thanks, Deb.....