Facts and Events That Happened in This Year
The movie 'Frankenstein,' based on Mary Shelley's 1818 novel of the same name, was released in the US.
American gangster Al Capone pleaded guilty to tax evasion.
Infamous gangster, Al Capone, was convicted of income tax evasion.
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, unveiled its iconic Christ The Redeemer statue.
The first-ever infrared photo was taken in Rochester, New York.
Bing Crosby made his nationwide solo radio debut.
Duo Wiley Post and Harold Catty started their 15,474-mile around the world flight from Long Island, New York.
American gangster Al Capone was charged with conspiracy to violate Prohibition laws between 1922 & 1931.
Robert Goddard was granted a patent for the rocket-powered aircraft.
The first full-scale wind tunnel for airplane testing was built at Langley Field, Virginia. For ten years, it remained the largest wind tunnel in the world.
The Empire State Building opened.
Hawaii recorded its hottest day ever at 100°F.
Porsche was officially added to the commercial register in Germany.
The US state of Nevada legalized gambling after previously banning it in 1909.
The first theater with a movie being projected from the back of the room was opened in New York City.
Finland's Parliament House in Helsinki was inaugurated.
The US adopted the national anthem 'Star-Spangled Banner.'
The original 'Dracula' movie premiered in New York City, starring Bela Lugosi.
New Zealand suffered its most fatal natural disaster in history during the Hawke's Bay Earthquake.
Silent romance comedy ''City Lights" by Charlie Chaplin premiered at the Los Angeles Theater.
