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‘Wild Strawberries’ released in Sweden 60 years ago #OnThisDay #OTD (Dec 26 1957)

1950s, Movies 1950s


Video: 'Wild Strawberries' trailer

(Thursday, December 26, 1957) — Wild Strawberries, a Swedish drama film about a distinguished professor who thinks back on his loveless life on his way to an awards ceremony, opened today in Sweden. Continue reading ‘Wild Strawberries’ released in Sweden 60 years ago #OnThisDay #OTD (Dec 26 1957) →

Great Blizzard of 1947 buries northeastern U.S. 70 years ago #OnThisDay #OTD (Dec 27 1947)

1940s


Video: 'Blizzard of 1947: New York buried in record 26 inch snowstorm after 16 hours of h...HD Stock Footage'

(Friday, December 26, 1947) — The Great Blizzard of 1947, a record-breaking snowfall that began on Christmas without prediction and brought the northeastern United States to a standstill, dumped 26.4 inches of snow today on Central Park in Manhattan in 16 hours. Continue reading Great Blizzard of 1947 buries northeastern U.S. 70 years ago #OnThisDay #OTD (Dec 27 1947) →

President Wilson takes over nation’s railroads 100 years ago #OnThisDay #OTD (Dec 26 1917)

1990s, U.S. Presidents, World War I

(Wednesday, December 26, 1917; during World War I) — In what was possibly the largest American experiment with nationalization, President Woodrow Wilson issued a proclamation today authorizing the government to take over operation of the nation’s railroads.

The Interstate Commerce Commission (ICC) had recommended federal control of the railroad industry to ensure efficient transport of troops and materials for the war effort.

Film icon Charlie Chaplin dies this hour 40 years ago #OnThisDay #OTD (Dec 25 1977)

1970s, Movies 1970s


Video: 'Charlie Chaplin - Full Length Biography (Documentary)'

(Sunday, December 25, 1977, 4:00 a.m. CET) — Charlie Chaplin, the poignant little tramp with the cane and comic walk who almost single handedly elevated the novelty entertainment medium of motion pictures into art, died today at his home in Corsier-sur-Vevey, Vaud, Switzerland, after suffering a stroke in his sleep. Continue reading Film icon Charlie Chaplin dies this hour 40 years ago #OnThisDay #OTD (Dec 25 1977) →

George Carlin performs on ‘The Ed Sullivan Show’ 50 years ago this hour #OnThisDay #OTD (Dec 24 1967)

1960s, Television 1960s


Video: 'George Carlin "Hippy Dippy Weatherman"'

(Sunday, December 24, 1967, 8:00-9:00 p.m. EST) — Comedian George Carlin performed as the “Hippy Dippy Weatherman” on tonight’s edition of the CBS-TV variety show The Ed Sullivan Show from the Ed Sullivan Theater in New York City. Continue reading George Carlin performs on ‘The Ed Sullivan Show’ 50 years ago this hour #OnThisDay #OTD (Dec 24 1967) →

Production on ‘The Monkees TV’ series wraps 50 years ago #OnThisDay #OTD (Dec 24 1967)

1960s, Popular Music 1960s, Television 1960s, The Monkees


Video: '"Monkees in Paris" - new HD Blu-Ray restoration, side-by-side comparison'

(Sunday, December 24, 1967) — Production officially wrapped on season two of The Monkees television series today at Screen Gems’ Studio 7 in Hollywood as the show’s crew completed post-production on what will become episode 54 of the series The Monkees in Paris. Continue reading Production on ‘The Monkees TV’ series wraps 50 years ago #OnThisDay #OTD (Dec 24 1967) →

‘How Deep Is Your Love’ by Bee Gees peaks at #1 in USA 40 years ago #OnThisDay #OTD (Dec 24 1977)

1970s, Movies 1970s, Popular Music 1970s

(Saturday, December 24, 1977) — “How Deep Is Your Love” by Bee Gees peaked at #1 on today’s Billboard Hot 100 singles chart for three consecutive weeks (Dec. 24/31, 1977, Jan. 7. 1978). Continue reading ‘How Deep Is Your Love’ by Bee Gees peaks at #1 in USA 40 years ago #OnThisDay #OTD (Dec 24 1977) →