Historical Events tagged with "davis"
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STS-47: Celebrating Diversity in Space
NASA launched the Space Shuttle Endeavour on STS-47, marking the 50th mission of the shuttle program. Among the crew were Mae Carol Jemison, the first African-American woman in space, and Mamoru Mohri, the first Japanese citizen to fly onboard a U.S. spacecraft. The mission lasted eight days and focused on various scientific experiments and Earth observation. The inclusion of Jemison and Mohri highlighted diversity and international cooperation in space exploration.
Continue ReadingJefferson Davis Inaugurated as President of Confederacy
Jefferson Davis was inaugurated for a six-year term as the President of the Confederate States of America in Richmond, Virginia. This marked a significant moment in the Confederate government's efforts to establish its legitimacy and continuity, solidifying Davis's leadership after his provisional presidency beginning on February 18, 1861. The inauguration took place amid the ongoing American Civil War, emphasizing the Confederacy's determination to assert its sovereignty.
Continue ReadingJudah Benjamin Becomes Confederate Secretary of War
Jefferson Davis appointed Judah Benjamin as Secretary of War, succeeding Leroy P. Walker. This change came as the Confederacy was seeking to strengthen its military organization during the early stages of the Civil War. Benjamin, a lawyer and politician, was expected to bring strategic insight to the position. His appointment was significant as the South faced various challenges on multiple fronts in the conflict.
Continue ReadingJefferson Davis Selected as Provisional President
Jefferson Davis was notified by telegraph that he had been chosen as the provisional president of the Confederate States of America. This decision came during a period of increasing tensions following the secession of several Southern states from the Union. Davis, a former U.S. Senator and Secretary of War, accepted the role with the expectation of leading the new Confederacy through its initial challenges.
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