Today in 1974, the Heimlich Maneuver was first published. Instructions: I put my hand upon your hip; when I dip you dip we dip. 9 hours ago
Today in 1812, James Madison asked Congress to declare war on Britain, because, you know, Russell Brand. 10 hours ago
Today in 1801, Brigham Young was born. He's why Mitt Romney's great-grandfather had five wives, and his great-great grandfather had twelve. 10 hours ago
Today in 1869, Edison received his first patent, for the electric badger (he wasn't a very good inventor yet). 11 hours ago
Today in 1980, CNN went on the air, though the fossil records indicate that Larry King had been doing his show since the Mesozoic Era. 11 hours ago
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Atom Age Vampire
Animated feature-length film by Disalmanac’s creator: now on DVD!
