Paul Layendecker’s “WAY BACK WHEN” for Weds., Nov. 22, 2023
1718 British soldiers boarded the ship of Blackbeard the Pirate and shot him. They then cut off his black beard and flew it from the ship’s bow.
1906 The S-O-S signal was ratified at the International Radio Telegraphic Convention.
1963 John F. Kennedy was assassinated in Dallas, Texas. 58 years ago.
Music History:
The Beatles released their self-titled 9th album, which we all know as “The White Album”.
Notable Birthdays today:
Actor Mark Ruffalo 56
Actress Mariel Hemingway 62
Actress Jamie Lee Curtis 65
Tennis Legend Billie Jean King 80
Credit to:
Thisdayinmusic.com and Thisdaytrivia.com
