历史上的今天-Today in History 2014-04-25（在线收听） |
March 22nd, 1765, Britain enacts the Stamp Act to raise money from its American colonies. But the colonies balk the taxation without representation and the Act was repealed the next year. The conflict helps set the stage for American Revolution in the following decade. 1987, a barge carrying 3200 tons of garbage leaves New York’s Long Island on a 6-month journey in search of a place to unload. Several states in three countries turned away this so-called garbage barge before spaces is found. That’s where the journey begins.
1997, Tara Lipinski becomes the youngest women’s world figure skating champion at age 14 years and 10 months. “I never expected it, especially this year. Going to… you know, to think about my skating and… It's a big shock, but I love it”
1963, the Beatles release their first album “Please, please, me” in Britain.
And 1948, “Don’t cry for me Argentina….”
Also in Britain, composer Andrew Lloyd Webber is born in London. Among his musical: Jesus Christ Superstar, Evita, Cats and The Phantom of the Opera.
Today In History, March 22nd, Sandy Kozel, the Associated Press. |
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