History

Today in History – January 11

World History

  1. 1922 – First Insulin Treatment Given
    Major breakthrough saving millions of lives with diabetes.
  2. 1964 – U.S. Surgeon General Declares Smoking Health Hazard
    A global turning point for public health and awareness.
  3. 1994 – North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) Takes Effect
    Redefined economic relationships across the continent.

U.S. History

  1. 1908 – Grand Canyon Declared a U.S. National Monument
    Foundation for protecting iconic natural treasures.
  2. 1963 – First Class of the U.S. Army Green Berets Graduates
    Strengthens American special operations forces.
  3. 2003 – First Human-to-Human Neural Transplant Progress Report
    Opens new paths for neurologic and prosthetic medicine.