Historical Events tagged with "ann arbor"
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Unabomber Package Explosion at University of Michigan
A research assistant at the University of Michigan was injured when a package from the Unabomber exploded. The package, intended for Professor Thomas H. C. W. McClure, detonated in his office, leading to an investigation by law enforcement. This incident marked a continuing series of attacks attributed to the Unabomber, a domestic terrorist who sought to engineer fear through targeted bombings.
Continue ReadingJesse Owens Shatters Track Records at Championships
Jesse Owens, an athlete from Ohio State University, achieved an extraordinary feat at the Big Ten Conference Track and Field Championships in Ann Arbor, Michigan. On this day, he broke three world records and tied another, showcasing his exceptional speed and athletic prowess. His remarkable performance included victories in the long jump and multiple sprint events, solidifying his reputation as one of the greatest track and field athletes of all time.
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