Nov 20,1942 - Present
THE 46TH PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES
1539 The Roodee hosts its inaugural recorded race on Chester Racecourse, marking the beginning of a long-standing tradition in horse racing.
1539 A pivotal moment in history occurs with the signing of the Treaty of Frankfurt, forging an agreement between Protestants and the Holy Roman Emperor.
1539 The city of Bogotá, New Granada (modern-day Colombia), is officially founded by the efforts of Nikolaus Federmann and Sebastián de Belalcázar.
1539 In Florida, Hernando de Soto arrives at Tampa Bay with 600 soldiers, driven by the quest for gold, marking a pivotal moment in exploration.
1539 The New World witnesses a momentous event as the intrepid Hernando de Soto boldly claims the uncharted land of Florida for the Spanish crown.
1539 Due to war and travel difficulties, the Council of Trent was delayed as Pope Paul III dispatched letters to bishops.
1539 Spain's DeSoto expedition claimed the Apalachee capital of Anhaica for their winter quarters, leaving an indelible mark on American history.