In 1879- Thomas Elkins patents refrigeration apparatus
In 2008- Illinois Senator Barack Obama is elected the 44th President of the United States, and becomes the first African American to win the Presidency
To Inspire You
I felt that one had better die fighting against injustice than to die like a dog or rat in a trap. I had already determined to sell my life as dearly as possible if attacked. I felt if I could take one lyncher with me, this would even up the score a little bit