Jun 5, 1927 – Johnny Weissmuller set two world records in swimming events. Weissmuller set marks in the 100-yard, and 200-yard, free-style swimming competition.
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June 3, 1965 – Edward White became the first American astronaut to do a “space walk” when he left the Gemini 4 capsule.
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June 2, 1953 – Elizabeth was crowned queen of England at Westminster Abbey.
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June 1, 1954 – In the Peanuts comic strip, Linus’ security blanket made its debut.
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May 31, 1961 – Jimi Hendrix enlisted in the U.S. Army.
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May 30, 1922 – The Lincoln Memorial was dedicated in Washington, DC.
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May 29, 1912 – Fifteen women were dismissed from their jobs at the Curtis Publishing Company in Philadelphia, PA, for dancing the Turkey Trot while on the job.
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May 28, 1977 – The song “Barracuda” was released by Heart.
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May 27, 1937 – In California, the Golden Gate Bridge was opened to pedestrian traffic. The bridge connected San Francisco and Marin County.
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