On this day in 1883, the eruption of Krakatau reached its climax. It was one of the deadliest eruptions in modern history. 

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From the desk of “Stuff You Missed in History Class,” “This Day in History Class” quickly recounts a tidbit from today’s events in history.

This Day in History Class

On this day in 1883, the eruption of Krakatau reached its climax. It was one of the deadliest eruptions in modern history.

Eruption of Krakatau peaked - August 27, 1883

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On this day in 1862, the Homestead Act was signed into law by President Abraham Lincoln.

On this day in 1862, the Homestead Act was signed into law by President Abraham Lincoln.

President Lincoln signs the Homestead Act - May 20th, 1862

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On this day in 1964, the first Tim Horton Donuts shop opened in Hamilton, Ontario.

On this day in 1964, the first Tim Horton Donuts shop opened in Hamilton, Ontario.

The first Tim Hortons coffee and donut shop opens - May 17th, 1964

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On this day in 1975, Japanese climber Junko Tabei became the first woman to reach the peak of Mount Everest.

On this day in 1975, Japanese climber Junko Tabei became the first woman to reach the peak of Mount Everest.

Junko Tabei becomes the first woman to summit Mount Everest - May 16th, 1975

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Eruption of Krakatau peaked - August 27, 1883

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