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Apple I Computer
Steven Wazniak invented the first Apple computer this year.
Steven Wozniak had been dabbling in computer-design for some time when, in 1976, he designed what would become the Apple I. Steven Jobs, who had an eye for the future, insisted that he and Wozniak try to sell the machine, and on April 1, 1976, Apple Computer was born. Verified through: Apple-History at apple-history.com
Computerhistory.com
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"One Piece At A Time" by Johnny Cash
"One Piece At A Time" by Johnny Cash hits #29
Released in Apr. 1976 Information from: HistoryOrb.com & youtube.com -
Hank Aaron His 755th home run.
Hank Aaron hits 755th & last home run off Angels Dick Drago. Informtion from: Historyorb.com -
Government & the Internet
During this time, only large universities and the government had access to email on the internet. Infromation found: Computer HIstory Museum -
USA Olympic hockey team win gold.
USA Olympic hockey team defeated Finland, 4-2, to win the gold medal. Information from: Historyorb.com -
Billy Joel's "Glass Houses" hits #1
American pianist, singer- songwriter, and composer. Billy Joel's "Glass Houses" hits #1 Information from: historyorb.com & rockhall.com -
IBM
IBM introduced their first PC. Information from: Historyorb.com -
Ringo Starr releases "Wrack My Brains"
Ringo Starr releases "Wrack My Brains"
Beatles Drummer- Ringo Starr Information from: Historyorb.com & beatlesbible.com -
Wayne Gretzky sets NHL record
Wayne Gretzky sets NHL record of 50 goals by 39th game of season. Information from: Historyorb.com -
Elvis Presley Commemorative Postage Stamp goes on sale
Elvis Presley Commemorative Postage Stamp goes on sale
29 cent stamp Informaton found: Historyorb.com & stampcommunity.org -
Michael Jordan -MVP three years in a row and scores his 20,000th career point.
June 20, 1993 -- Highest scoring average in NBA Finals history, 41.0 points against Phoenix, as Bulls win third straight title, in six games. Becomes first player named Finals MVP three years in a row. Also Jan. 8th Averages 32.6 points to tie Wilt Chamberlain's NBA record of seven straight scoring titles. Scores his 20,000th point, becoming the second-fastest player to reach the mark. Information from: historyorb.com & SI.com -
World Wide Web
Tim also wrote the first Web page editor/browser (“WorldWideWeb”) and the first Web server (“httpd“). By the end of 1990, the first Web page was served. By 1991, people outside of CERN joined the new Web community. Very important to the growth of the Web, CERN announced in April 1993 that the World Wide Web technology would be available for anyone to use on a royalty-free basis.
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When was YouTube founded?
Founded in February 2005, YouTube allows billions of people to discover, watch and share originally-created videos. YouTube provides a forum for people to connect, inform, and inspire others across the globe and acts as a distribution platform for original content creators and advertisers large and small. Information from: youtube.com -
# 1 Song ..."We Belong Together"
1 Song ..."We Belong Together" R & B singer By: Mariah Carey Information from: MusicVF.com -
Formula 1 Racing - Michael Schumacher
Michael Schumacher wins controversial Formula 1 United States Grand Prix where only 6 of 20 cars complete the race amongst ridicule. Michael Schumacher the greatest Formula One driver of all time, seven world titles and 91 race victories. Information from: abc.net -
When was the first Tweet sent?
The first tweet was sent in 2006. -
#1 Hip-hop song - "Daydreamin'
Lupe Fiasco's "Daydreamin'" is a colorful blend of poetry, blues and hip-hop. Philly sweetheart Jill Scott is on board for this riveting musical offering. Information from: rapabout.com & mtv.com -
Golf (PGA) TIger Woods
88th PGA Championship: Tiger Woods shoots a 270 at Medinah Country Club. Information from: Histoyorb.com -
Country Single of the Year-"Before He Cheats"
2007 ”Before He Cheats;” Carrie Underwood; 19 Recordings Limited/Arista Nashville; produced by Mark Bright. Information Found: CMAworld.com -
Two creators of Google and when it went on line.
Who are the two creators of Google? Larry Page and Sergey Brin
Google went on line in 2007. Information from: google.com -
Boxing lightweight champion 2007
David "Dangerous" Díaz (born June 7, 1976 in Chicago, Illinois, United States) is an American boxer in the lightweight (135 lb) division. His record is 36-4-1 (17 KOs). Infomation from: abs-cbnnews.com -
Amazon releases the first Kindle.
On Nov. 19, 2007, Amazon.com (AMZN) Chief Executive Officer Jeff Bezos appeared before a group of journalists and publishing executives at the W Hotel in Lower Manhattan to introduce something completely unexpected from a company known at the time as an online retailer: an electronic reading device. Oddly shaped, with a sluggish black-and-white screen and a jumble of angular buttons, the original Kindle resembled the unholy spawn of a calculator and a BlackBerry.
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When did Instagram begin?
Systrom and Krieger launched Instagram on the Apple app store at midnight on Oct. 6, 2010. Information found: forbes.com -
NFL Rookie of the year 2010
Samuel Jacob "Sam" Bradford (born November 8, 1987) is a quarterback for St. Louis Rams of the National Football League (NFL).In his first season in the NFL, Bradford the record for most completions by a rookie in NFL history, which helped earn him the NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year award.He also holds the NCAA record for most touchdown passes by a freshman quarterback, with 36. Information from; pro-football-reference.com -
Grammy Song of the Year 2010
Royals
Joel Little & Ella Yelich O'Connor, songwriters (Lorde)
Track from: Pure Heroine
Label: Universal Music; Publishers: Copyright Control/Sony ATV
Artist: Lorde
