Monthly Archives: November 2024

Confederates crushed in bloody assault at Franklin, Tennessee 160 years ago this hour #OnThisDay #OTD (Nov 30 1864)

1860s, American Civil War


Video: 'Franklin: Animated Battle Map'

(Wednesday, November 30, 1864, midnight local time; the Battle of Franklin, part of the Franklin-Nashville Campaign during American Civil War) — In what is described as one of the most disastrous engagements for the Confederate States Army, the Battle of Franklin unfolded today, leaving a staggering toll on General John Bell Hood’s Army of Tennessee. Continue reading Confederates crushed in bloody assault at Franklin, Tennessee 160 years ago this hour #OnThisDay #OTD (Nov 30 1864) →

George Harrison performs second of two shows in Chicago 50 years ago this hour #OnThisDay #OTD (Nov 30 1974)

1970s, Popular Music 1970s, The Beatles 1970s


Video: 'George Harrison - Live at The Stadium, Chicago, Illinois (November 30, 1974 / Evening Show)'

(Saturday, November 30, 1974, show scheduled to begin at 8:00 p.m. CST) — Ex-Beatle George Harrison performed the second of two shows tonight at Chicago Stadium in Chicago, Illinois, on the 17th stop of his 45-show George Harrison & Friends North American Tour in support of his next single “Dark Horse,” the title track of his next studio album, and his new label, Dark Horse Records. Continue reading George Harrison performs second of two shows in Chicago 50 years ago this hour #OnThisDay #OTD (Nov 30 1974) →

George Harrison performs first of two shows in Chicago 50 years ago this hour #OnThisDay #OTD (Nov 30 1974)

1970s, Popular Music 1970s, The Beatles 1970s


Video: 'George Harrison - Live at Chicago Stadium, Chicago, Illinois (November 30th, 1974 / Afternoon Show)'

(Saturday, November 30, 1974, show scheduled to begin at 2:00 p.m. CST) — Ex-Beatle George Harrison performed the first of two shows today at Chicago Stadium in Chicago, Illinois, on the 17th stop of his 45-show George Harrison & Friends North American Tour in support of his next single “Dark Horse,” the title track of his next studio album, and his new label, Dark Horse Records. Continue reading George Harrison performs first of two shows in Chicago 50 years ago this hour #OnThisDay #OTD (Nov 30 1974) →

‘I’ve Got the Music in Me’ by The Kiki Dee Band peaks at #12 in USA 50 years ago #OnThisDay #OTD (Nov 30 1974)

1970s, Popular Music 1970s

(Saturday, November 30, 1974) — “I’ve Got the Music in Me” by The Kiki Dee Band peaked at #12 on today’s Billboard Hot 100 singles chart for one week. Continue reading ‘I’ve Got the Music in Me’ by The Kiki Dee Band peaks at #12 in USA 50 years ago #OnThisDay #OTD (Nov 30 1974) →

‘Goodnight Vienna’ studio album by Ringo Starr debuts at #70 in USA 50 years ago #OnThisDay #OTD (Nov 30 1974)

1970s, Popular Music 1970s, The Beatles 1970s


Video: 'Ringo Starr - Goodnight Vienna' (11 clips)

(Saturday, November 30, 1974) — Goodnight Vienna, ex-Beatle Ringo Starr’s second solo rock studio album, debuted at #70 on today’s Billboard 200 albums chart. Continue reading ‘Goodnight Vienna’ studio album by Ringo Starr debuts at #70 in USA 50 years ago #OnThisDay #OTD (Nov 30 1974) →

John Lennon tapes studio sequences for ‘Not Only… But Also’ premiere 60 years ago this hour #OnThisDay #OTD (Nov 29 1964)

1960s, Popular Music 1960s, Television 1960s, The Beatles 1960s


Video: 'John Lennon on "Not Only...But Also"' (Nov. 29, 1964, at 3:15)

(Sunday, November 29, 1964, 8:30 p.m. GMT) — The studio sequences for the Jan. 9, 1965, premiere of the BBC2’s series Not Only… But Also, featuring John Lennon of The Beatles, were videotaped this evening at Studio 1, Television Centre in London (the filmed piece was shot Nov. 20, 1964). Continue reading John Lennon tapes studio sequences for ‘Not Only… But Also’ premiere 60 years ago this hour #OnThisDay #OTD (Nov 29 1964) →

150 peaceful Cheyenne Indians killed by Colorado militia in Sand Creek Massacre 160 years ago #OnThisDay #OTD (Nov 29 1864)

1860s, American Civil War


Video: '1864 Sand Creek Massacre 13 minutes'

(Tuesday, November 29, 1864; during the Colorado War, part of the American Indian Wars, Sioux Wars, and American Civil War) — A Colorado militia killed at least 150 peaceful Cheyenne Indians today in the Sand Creek Massacre in present-day Kiowa County, Colorado. Continue reading 150 peaceful Cheyenne Indians killed by Colorado militia in Sand Creek Massacre 160 years ago #OnThisDay #OTD (Nov 29 1864) →

George Harrison performs second of two shows in Atlanta 50 years ago this hour #OnThisDay #OTD (Nov 28 1974)

1970s, Popular Music 1970s, The Beatles 1970s


Video: 'George Harrison Live At The Omni, Atlanta, Georgia (Evening) - Home Movie - 28 November 1974'

(Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, November 28, 1974, show scheduled for 10:30 p.m. EST; during George Harrison and Ravi Shankar’s 1974 North American tour) — Ex-Beatle George Harrison performed the second of two shows tonight at The Omni in Atlanta, Georgia, on the 16th stop of his 45-show George Harrison & Friends North American Tour in support of his next single “Dark Horse,” the title track of his new album, and his new label, Dark Horse Records. Continue reading George Harrison performs second of two shows in Atlanta 50 years ago this hour #OnThisDay #OTD (Nov 28 1974) →

John Lennon makes ‘surprise’ appearance onstage with Elton John in New York 50 years ago this hour #OnThisDay #OTD (Nov 28 1974)

1970s, Popular Music 1970s, The Beatles 1970s


Video: 'Elton John & John Lennon - Whatever Gets You Thru The Night (Live)'

(Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, November 28, 1974, show scheduled to begin at 8:00 p.m. EST, during Elton John’s Caribou Tour) — Ex-Beatle John Lennon made a surprise appearance at Elton John’s concert tonight at New York’s Madison Square Garden, fulfilling a wager between the two musicians. Continue reading John Lennon makes ‘surprise’ appearance onstage with Elton John in New York 50 years ago this hour #OnThisDay #OTD (Nov 28 1974) →