Today in History

Today, December 30, in history includes U.S. southern border set and a major sit-down strike, according to history.com. In 1853, the Gadsen Purchase was signed by U.S. Minister to Mexico James Gadsden and President of Mexico General Antonio Lopez de Santa Anna...

Today, December 2, in history includes a dam collapsing, player winning a second Heisman and a group's final No. 1, according to history.com The city of Frejus, France, was built on the French Riviera as a port city by Roman Emperor Caesar...

Today, November 11, in history includes the end of the Great War and dedication of the Tomb of the Unknowns, according to history.com. World War I, "The Great War," ended on the 11th hour of the 11th day on the 11th month in 1918 by the declaration of temporary cessation of hostilities between Allied nations and Germany...