Video: 'Elvis Presley - '68 Comeback Special' (15 videos)
(Tuesday, December 3, 1968, 9:00-10:00 p.m EST) — Singer Presents…ELVIS, commonly referred to as the 68 Comeback Special, a television special starring singer Elvis Presley, aired tonight on NBC, marking Presley’s return to live performance after seven years during which his career was centered in the movie business. Continue reading Presley ’68 Comeback Special’ TV special debuts 50 years ago this hour #OnThisDay #OTD (Dec 3 1968)
(Saturday, December 3, 1988) — “Baby, I Love Your Way/Freebird Medley” by Will to Power peaked at #1 on today’s Billboard Hot 100 singles chart for one week. Continue reading ‘Baby, I Love Your Way/Freebird Medley’ by Will to Power peaks at #1 in USA 30 years ago #OnThisDay #OTD (Dec 3 1988)
Video: 'Illinois - 50 States - US Geography'
(Thursday, December 3, 1818) — Illinois, located in the Midwestern region of the United States, was admitted to the Union today as the 21st state, with its capital at Kaskaskia, headquartered in a small building rented by the state. Continue reading Illinois enters Union as 21st state 200 years ago #OnThisDay #OTD (Dec 3 1818)
