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During the War of 1812, U.S. troops defeated a British army and their Native American allies in the Battle of the Thames in Ontario, Canada. The battle resulted in the death of the famous Shawnee leader Tecumseh and marked a turning point in the war.

U.S. troops clashing with British forces and Native American warriors during the Battle of the Thame

813 – Battle of the Thames

Shawnee leader Tecumseh in the heat of battle, wearing traditional Native American attire

aftermath of the Battle of the Thames. Fallen soldiers and warriors lie across the battlefield

Ray Kroc, the American businessman who transformed McDonald's from a small restaurant into a global fast-food empire, was born. Kroc's innovative franchise model and standardization of McDonald's operations revolutionized the fast-food industry and had a lasting impact on American and global food culture.

1940s McDonald's restaurant, symbolizing Ray Kroc's early vision for the franchise

1902 – Ray Kroc Born

Ray Kroc at a desk in the 1950s, drafting plans for McDonald's expansion

Bulgaria proclaimed its independence from the Ottoman Empire, ending centuries of Ottoman rule. This declaration came during a period of political upheaval in the Balkans and contributed to the changing geopolitical landscape of southeastern Europe in the early 20th century.

ar’s proclamation of independence in Veliko Tarnovo, Bulgaria

1908 – Bulgaria Declares Independence

Tsar Ferdinand I signing the declaration of independence. The richly decorated table

celebrations following Bulgaria’s declaration of independence. Citizens dance

The World Series became the first sporting event to be broadcast on radio. KDKA, a Pittsburgh radio station, provided play-by-play commentary, allowing baseball fans across America to follow the game in real-time. This broadcast marked a significant milestone in sports media history.

a family gathered around a radio in a modest 1920s living room

1921 – First Radio Broadcast of World Series

fans sitting in bleachers at the stadium, with players on the field preparing for the next pitch

U.S. President Harry Truman delivered the first televised presidential address from the White House. He called on Americans to conserve food to help post-war Europe, asking them to avoid meat on Tuesdays and eggs and poultry on Thursdays. This marked a significant milestone in political communication.