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Pendle witch trials began - August 18, 1612

On this day in 1612, the Pendle witch trials began in England.  Learn more about your ad-choices at

Marcus Garvey born - August 17, 1887

On this day in 1887, activist and journalist Marcus Garvey, namesake of the ideology of Garveyism, was born. Learn more about your ad-choices at

Dole Air Race - August 16, 1927

On this day in 1927, an air race sponsored by James D. Dole and marked by tragedy began.  Learn more about your ad-choices at

Wow! signal received - August 15, 1977

On this day in 1977, the radio telescope Big Ear recieved the Wow! signal, which many people believed to be a sign of extraterrestrial intelligence.  Learn more about your ad-choices at

"The Rocky Horror Picture Show" released - August 14, 1975

On this day in 1975, the cult classic "The Rocky Horror Picture Show" premiered in London.  Learn more about your ad-choices at

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About This Day in History Class

From the desk of “Stuff You Missed in History Class,” “This Day in History Class” quickly recounts a tidbit from today’s events in history. Station website