1886
Geronimo's Surrender
The Apache leader Geronimo surrendered to U.S. forces at Skeleton Canyon, Arizona, effectively ending the last major Native American military resistance against the United States government in the Southwest.
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1888
George Eastman Patents Kodak Camera
George Eastman received a patent for his roll-film camera, which he registered under the name 'Kodak.' This invention revolutionized photography by making it accessible to the general public.
1957
Ford Edsel Launch
The Ford Motor Company launched the Edsel automobile line amid massive publicity. Despite high expectations, it became one of the most famous commercial failures in automotive history due to its design and market timing.
1998
Founding of Google
Larry Page and Sergey Brin filed papers to formally incorporate their company, Google Inc., in Menlo Park, California. This marked the official beginning of the company that would dominate internet search.
2010
Christchurch Earthquake
A powerful 7.1 magnitude earthquake struck near Christchurch, New Zealand. It caused widespread damage but no direct fatalities, though it severely weakened buildings ahead of a more deadly quake in 2011.