This Day in History: February 20th | US Postal Service, Metropolitan Museum of Art, and More!
Join us for another captivating episode of "This Day in History" by Tales From Our Treehouse! On February 20th, significant events unfolded throughout history, shaping the world as we know it. From the establishment of the United States Postal Service in 1792 to the grand opening of the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York in 1872, we delve into pivotal moments that left an indelible mark.
Discover the enchanting premiere of Tchaikovsky’s timeless ballet "Swan Lake" in 1877 and the commencement of the construction of Australia’s capital city, Canberra, in 1913. Witness the bravery of Edward O’Hare, America’s first World War II flying ace, in 1942, and the intense battles of World War II in 1943 and 1944.
We also celebrate the remarkable achievements of individuals born on this day, including photographer Ansel Adams, artist Gloria Vanderbilt, actor Sidney Portier, and basketball legend Charles Barkley, among others.
Tune in for a journey through time as we explore the events and personalities that have shaped our world on February 20th!
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#ThisDayInHistory #UnitedStatesPostalService #MetropolitanMuseum #SwanLake #Canberra #WorldWarII #JohnGlenn #NagornoKarabakhWar #GloriaVanderbilt #AnselAdams #SidneyPortier #CharlesBarkley #CindyCrawford #KurtCobain #Rihanna
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