1945: Mussolini & Clara were shot by Italian partisans

On this day in 1945, Benito Mussolini & Clara Petacci were shot by Italian partisans.  

They tried to escape and were captured.  Eventually, their bodies were hung upside down and displayed publicly.

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We remember President Monroe (1758-1831)

We remember James Monroe who was born in Virginia on this day in 1758.  He was one our 5th president and the author of The Monroe Doctrine about European interference in the Americas.    He died in 1831.

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1964: The Beatles began their 3-month hold of the #1 song in the US

We are looking back at another anniversary of The Beatles arriving in New York City.  

It was an amazing weekend for the group, from massive crowds at JFK International Airport to a record breaking appearance on The Ed Sullivan Show.

It also began their incredible domination of the US pop charts.  

According to Billboard, The Beatles had the #1 song in the US from February 1st to May 9th:

"I want to hold your hand";

 "Can't buy me love", 

and "She loves you".

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April 28, 1961: Warren Spahn pitched second career no-hitter

On this day in 1961, 40-year old Warren Spahn threw his second no-hitter against a very tough Giants lineup.   

According to SABR, it was a very cold day and only 8, 518 fans showed up at County Stadium to watch the game. 

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April 28, 1956: Frank Robinson hit # 1 of 586 career HR

On this day in 1956, Frank Robinson hit the first of his 586 lifetime home runs.   The pitcher was the Cubs’ Paul Minner in the old Crosley Field in Cincinnati.    Frank hit 38 in 1956 and was selected NL Rookie of the Year.    
He won the NL MVP in 1961 & AL MVP in 1966.    

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We remember President James Monroe (1758-1831)

We remember President James Monroe who was born on this day in 1758.  My guess is that most people have heard about The Monroe Doctrine.   Yet, I would argue that very few people know about President Monroe who served 2 successful terms, 1817-25.

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