WAY BACK WHEN for Monday, May 11, 2026
1502 Explorer Christopher Columbus set sail on his fourth voyage to the “New World.” He was searching for a westward passage to the Indian Ocean mainland.
1659 The celebration of the Christmas holiday was made illegal in Massachusetts. The Puritans associated such celebrations with paganism and idolatry. Violators were fined. This remained in effect until 1681.
1928 The first regularly scheduled experimental Television programs on General Electric station WGY, Schenectady, New York. Programs were early dramatic performances with live actors on primitive sets.
Music History:
1970 The triple soundtrack album Woodstock was released in the US, going gold within two weeks. The album featured tracks by; Canned Heat, Richie Havens, Crosby Stills & Nash, The Who, Joe Cocker, Santana, Sly & The Family Stone and Jefferson Airplane.
Notable Birthdays:
Sabrina Carpenter 27
NFL Quarterback Cam Newton 37
Eric Burden of The Animals Fame 85
Credit to:
Thisdayinmusic.com and Thisdaytrivia.com
