1968
After 48 years as coach of the Chicago Bears, George Halas retired.
George Halas is why the Bears still wear the initials GSH on their sleeves!
1969
Construction of Walt Disney World began in Florida.
It’s the happiest place on earth!!
1995
In Charlottesville, VA, Christopher Reeve was paralyzed after being thrown from his horse during a jumping event.
He passed away on October 10, 2004
2013
According to the Guinness World Records, the largest flag ever made was made by a village in Romania
It weighed five tons and 44 miles of thread was used in making it!
and then lastly…
1939
Happy birthday to the legendary Don Williams!
The Gentle Giant turns 76 years young today!
-Tyler Jackson
