#thisdayinhistory

On January 12, 1991, the US Congress permitted then-President George HW Bush to start an active military campaign in the Middle East, the ripple effects of which would be felt for decades. What was that momentous occasion, and what are the long-term historical impacts of the day and the decision made on that day? In our second season's first episode, we are once again joined by Dr. Chris White, Professor of the History department at Marshall University to discuss This Day in History, brought to you by History Over Coffee, a podcast hosted and produced by the History department at Marshall University. 

On the 60th anniversary of the assassination of President John Fitzgerald Kennedy, we are once again joined by Dr. Chris White of the History department at Marshall University. In this episode of History Over Coffee, This Day in History, Dr. White gives us a ten minute recap about this iconic moment and the number of conspiracies that have been created around this tragic event that are being talked about even till today.

It's a double bonus episode for listeners of History Over Coffee! We decided to release our special episode on the History of Thanksgiving today as we prepare to fill our bellies with sumptuous food! What was served at the first Thanksgiving dinner? Was turkey eaten? Who were present at the first dinner? Why does the first Thanksgiving dinner remain controversial to this day? To find out answers to all these questions and to learn much more about the history of Thanksgiving to share with your family and friends, join Dr. Chris White in conversation with Dr. Robert Deal. Happy Turkey Day to all of you! Do remember to tune in tomorrow for a new episode of History Over Coffee, sponsored and put together by the History department at Marshall University

This Virgin Queen inherited the throne of England in 1558 and ruled for the next 45 years.  Her troubled childhood had made it almost a certainty that she was never going to become the Queen. What changed? How did this queen's early childhood shape her character as a queen? Join us in conversation with Prof. Laura Michele Diener, professor of History at Marshall University who tells us all about early childhood, educational qualifications and how Queen Elizabeth I became the iconic queen. This episode is a part of our series, This Day in History from our inhouse podcast History Over Coffee brought to you by the History department at Marshall University.

A murderous plot to bring down the British Crown goes horribly wrong. But the legend of this man lived on and inspired celebrations with new incoming immigrants into the United States. Who was this man? What was the infamous plot he hatched and what happened to him? How did he inspire immigrant communities to commemorate this day? Join us as Dr. Robert Deal gives us a 10 minute lesson on This Day in History brought to you by History Over Coffee, a podcast brought to you by the History department at Marshall University

The spookiest day in the year has an interesting history behind it! Join us for a new 10 minute recap of This Day in History, a podcast brought to you by the History department of Marshall University. What is the history of Halloween? What does Queen Victoria of England have to do with how Halloween is celebrated? Join us in conversation with Dr. Molly Mersmann to find out more about the history of Halloween!

What is the historical significance of this location? How did it come to play such a huge role during the Civil War that probably changed the course of the war? Who was the figure that was painted almost in a Christ-like manner for his views about slavery and the abolition of it? We know you can't wait to hear more about this! Need a quick 10 minute recap of this day in history? Listen in to Marshall University History faculty, Dr. Molly Mersmann, summarize the significance of This Day in History in this episode of our podcast, History Over Coffee! You bring the coffee, we bring the history!

Which historical figure continues to divide people about his legacy? Who was this historical figure who inadvertently started the largest non-human movement in world history connecting and changing global interactions permanently? Have we piqued your curiosity? Need a quick 10 minute recap of this day in history? Listen in to Marshall University History faculty, Dr. Chris White, summarize the significance of This Day in History in the second episode of our podcast, History Over Coffee! 

What happened at the stroke of midnight on October 1st, 1979? The sun rose over the Pacific and set over the Caribbean Sea. A manmade structure connecting two major oceans changed hands between 2 countries. Intrigued? Curious? Need a quick 10 minute recap of this day in history? Listen to Marshall University History faculty, Dr. Chris White, summarize the significance of This Day in History in our debut podcast, History Over Coffee!