German Führer Adolf Hitler begins ‘blood purge’ of political, military rivals 90 years ago this hour #OnThisDay #OTD (Jun 30 1934)

1930s


Video: '30th June 1934: Hitler purges the Nazi party in the Night of the Long Knives'

(Saturday, June 30, 1934, starting between 6:00-7:00 a.m. Central European Time) — Reich Chancellor of Germany Adolf Hitler launched a three-day “blood purge” of political and military rivals today in Germany in what came to be known as “The Night of the Long Knives.” Continue reading German Führer Adolf Hitler begins ‘blood purge’ of political, military rivals 90 years ago this hour #OnThisDay #OTD (Jun 30 1934) →

‘Be Thankful for What You Got’ by William DeVaughn peaks at #4 in USA 50 years ago #OnThisDay #OTD (Jun 29 1974)

1970s, Popular Music 1970s

(Saturday, June 29, 1974) — “Be Thankful for What You Got” by William DeVaughn peaked at #4 on today’s Billboard Hot 100 singles chart for one week. Continue reading ‘Be Thankful for What You Got’ by William DeVaughn peaks at #4 in USA 50 years ago #OnThisDay #OTD (Jun 29 1974) →

‘If You Love Me (Let Me Know)’ by Olivia Newton-John peaks at #5 in USA 50 years ago #OnThisDay #OTD (Jun 29 1974)

1970s, Popular Music 1970s

(Saturday, June 29, 1974) — “If You Love Me (Let Me Know)” by Olivia Newton-John peaked at #5 on today’s Billboard Hot 100 singles chart for one week. Continue reading ‘If You Love Me (Let Me Know)’ by Olivia Newton-John peaks at #5 in USA 50 years ago #OnThisDay #OTD (Jun 29 1974) →

Thomas E. Dewey accepts Republican nomination for president of the United States 80 years ago this hour #OnThisDay #OTD (Jun 28 1944)

1940s, U.S. Presidents


Video: 'Thomas Dewey presidential candidacy acceptance speech 1944'

(Wednesday, June 28, 1944, 9:13 p.m. CWT; during World War II) — Governor Thomas E. Dewey of New York accepted the presidential nomination tonight at the 1944 Republican National Convention at Chicago Stadium in Chicago, pledging his countrymen “a lasting peace” when Germany and Japan have been taught by force to say: “Never again.” Continue reading Thomas E. Dewey accepts Republican nomination for president of the United States 80 years ago this hour #OnThisDay #OTD (Jun 28 1944) →

Paul McCartney, George Harrison of The Beatles interviewed for 4BK Radio in Brisbane 60 years ago #OnThisDay #OTD (Jun 29 1964)

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


Video: 'Interviews in Brisbane, Australia 1964 (Original)'

(Monday, June 29, 1964, morning) — Paul McCartney and George Harrison of The Beatles were interviewed this morning by 4BK Radio DJ Tony Macarthur at Lennons Hotel in Brisbane, Australia. Continue reading Paul McCartney, George Harrison of The Beatles interviewed for 4BK Radio in Brisbane 60 years ago #OnThisDay #OTD (Jun 29 1964) →

The Beatles hold a press conference in Brisbane 60 years ago #OnThisDay #OTD (Jun 29 1964)

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


Video: '83 Dunedin (26-29 June 1964)' (June 29, 1964, at 21:04-21:49)

(Monday, June 29, 1964, morning) — The Beatles held a press conference this morning at Lennons Hotel in Brisbane, Australia. Continue reading The Beatles hold a press conference in Brisbane 60 years ago #OnThisDay #OTD (Jun 29 1964) →

The Beatles arrive at Eagle Farm Airport in Brisbane, Australia 60 years ago this hour #OnThisDay #OTD (Jun 29 1964)

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


Video: 'The Beatles Arrive Back In Australia (1964)'

(Monday, June 29, 1964, 12:30 a.m. AEST) — The Beatles arrived at Eagle Farm Airport, Brisbane, Queensland, Australia, this morning for the final stop of a month-long tour. Continue reading The Beatles arrive at Eagle Farm Airport in Brisbane, Australia 60 years ago this hour #OnThisDay #OTD (Jun 29 1964) →