Today in History–June 9–the Library of Congress features French navigator Jacques Cartier, who sailed into the St. Lawrence River on this date in 1534. The explorer was commissioned by King Francis I of France to explore the area in hopes of finding gold, spices, and a northern passage to Asia. Find out more about Cartier's three visits to Canada by visiting the Today in History section, then click the links below to access related resources. Images Cartier ascending the St. Lawrence … [Read more...]
Communication in History
Today in History
- 1903
Wright brothers piloted first flights. Check out our curated collection of LOC.gov resources related to the Wright brothers and early flight resources. - 1908
Willard Frank Libby born. Check out the Library's Today in History feature about Libby and radiocarbon dating. - 1979
Happy Hanukkah! President Jimmy Carter participated in the first National Menorah Lighting. Check out our curated collection of LOC.gov primary sources related to the commemoration of the rededication of the Second Temple of Jerusalem.
