Today in History . . .

[Deb in IA]

On October 24, 1648, the Peace of Westphalia ended the Thirty Years War and effectively destroyed the Holy Roman Empire.

On October 24, 1901, Anna Edson Taylor, a 43-year-old widow, became the first person to survive going over Niagara Falls in a barrel.

On October 24, 1992, the Toronto Blue Jays became the first non-U.S. team to win the World Series as they defeated the Atlanta Braves 4-3 in Game 6.


On October 24, 2002, SPAGO WIPES HIS NOSE!!

 

[jimmybop]

spago.... history in the makeing!!!

thanks deb!!

 

[Goofyposter]

Thanks Deb!

Yer knoe...We've grown acustomed ter being able to rely on yer History post for thoughtful insights as to the progress of humanity.

As you've shown and shared with us many of the turning points in human civilization, it's development and expansion.

Today's Today in History however....has brought us to yet another cusp in the develop of how technology can impact our lives, and influence our thoughts, when, in your last point you referenced SPAGO.

Thank HEAVENS history didn't....blow him off! LOL!!!

 

[Deb in IA]

Sorry to disappoint you, Goofy. I do try my best in providing history tidbits that I feel have some impact on society.




But I guess I was running a bit short on inspiration today, and, well, I just couldn't resist giving SPAGo a hard time!!

 

[Goofyposter]

Nooooo!!

I wazn't disappointed at all Deb!!

I thought It was very funny!


I'm sure after more than 14 hours of a runn'in nose...SPAGO must have felt wiped

Seriously, I love your posts!! The 'reference points' they give us each day, really gives us an appreication for where we've been...and possibly whar we're headed!

 

[Deb in IA]

Thanks, Goofy . . .

I too think we could benefit from learning about the past triumphs and tragedies of the human condition.


"Those who cannot remember the past are doomed to repeat it."
- George Santayana

 

[EROS]

Thanks, DEB .....

 

[SPAGo 98]

Originally posted by Deb in IA
"Those who cannot remember the past are doomed to repeat it."
- George Santayana

the lesson for all mankind: wipe your nose.

 

[nativetxn]

I have never understood why people want to go over the falls in a barrel

Very interesting, as always, Deb. Thank you