Video: 'The Beatles at Blandford Street London 08/10/66'
(Wednesday, August 10, 1966) — The Beatles were filmed today as they emerged from a shop on Blandford Street in downtown London and asked about the brewing “more popular than Jesus” controversy as they prepared to leave for the U.S. for what would turn out to be their final tour as a band.
(Saturday, August 10, 1946) — “To Each His Own” by Eddy Howard and His Orchestra (vocal by Eddy Howard and Trio, recorded Apr. 16, 1946) peaked at #1 on today’s Billboard Best Sellers in Stores chart for five non-consecutive weeks (Aug. 10/17/24, Oct. 5/12, 1946).
Video: 'Ben Stiller Gives you Introduction To The Smithsonian'
(Monday, August 10, 1846) — U.S. President James K. Polk signed the legislation today that established the Smithsonian Institution, a group of museums and research centers administered by the government of the United States “for the increase and diffusion of knowledge.” Continue reading President James K. Polk signs measure establishing Smithsonian Institution 180 years ago today (Aug 10 1846)
