1858CE
Politics
Lincoln's 'House Divided' Speech
Abraham Lincoln delivers his famous 'House Divided' speech upon accepting the Illinois Republican Party's nomination for U.S. Senator.
Abraham Lincoln delivers his famous 'House Divided' speech upon accepting the Illinois Republican Party's nomination for U.S. Senator.
LaMarcus Adna Thompson opens the Switchback Railway, the first purpose-built roller coaster in America, at Coney Island in Brooklyn, New York.
Henry Ford and 11 investors incorporate the Ford Motor Company in Detroit, Michigan, which would go on to revolutionize the automobile industry.
American rapper and actor widely considered one of the most influential hip-hop artists of all time, known for albums like All Eyez on Me and hits such as 'California Love.'