The most effective way to destroy people is to deny and obliterate their own understanding of their history.’ — George Orwell
1. Frozen food was sold in retail stores for the first time
On this day in history in 1930 Frozen food is sold in retail stores for the first time. 18 stores in Springfield, Massachusetts took part in a trial to test consumer acceptance. Clarence Birdseye, the founder of the Birds Eye Frozen Food Company, is considered to be the father of the modern frozen food industry.
2. On D-Day, 160,000 Allied soldiers landed in Normandy, France
On this day in history in 1944 On D-Day, 160,000 Allied soldiers landed in Normandy, France. The World War II invasion of Normandy established a new major front against the Germans in the west and helped Soviet forces facing the bulk of German troops in the east. Germany capitulated on May 7, 1945.
3. The National Basketball Association (NBA) was founded
On this day in history in 1946 The National Basketball Association (NBA) was founded. The NBA, which comprises teams in the United States and Canada, is considered the world’s premier men’s professional basketball league.
4. Israeli forces invaded Lebanon
On this day in history in 1982 Israeli forces invaded Lebanon. The 1982 Lebanon War was triggered by the attack on Israeli ambassador, Shlomo Argov, in London on June 3. Thousands of civilians died during the war, which lasted three years.
5. 1984 The video game Tetris was published
On this day in history in 1984 The video game Tetris was published. Russian computer engineer, Alexey Pajitnov, created the puzzle game. With over 100 million copies sold, it is one of the most successful video games in history.
