Today in History — April 18
1923
18 April 1923Â USA Yankee Stadium
In 1923, the United States witnessed the opening of a legendary sports venue that would become an iconic symbol of American baseball and a hallowed ground for sports fans across the country: Yankee Stadium. Located…
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18 april 1978Â Panama Canal to be given to Panamanian Control
In 1978, the historic Panama Canal, a vital waterway connecting the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans, was on the brink of a major transition as the United States prepared to transfer control of the canal to…
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18 april 2003 USA Scott Peterson Arrested
In 2003, the arrest of Scott Peterson in the United States captured the attention of the nation and sparked a media frenzy as details emerged surrounding the disappearance of his pregnant wife, Laci Peterson. The…
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- Rosa Parks (1913)Apr 13
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