On this day in 1854, Henry David Thoreau’s classic book “Walden, or, A Life in the Woods” was published for the first time.

On this day in 1854, Henry David Thoreau’s classic book “Walden, or, A Life in the Woods” was published for the first time.

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

Henry David Thoreau's "Walden" is published - August 9th, 1854

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On this day in 1960, the novelty song “Itsy Bitsy Teenie Weenie Yellow Polka Dot Bikini” hit No. 1 on the U.S. singles chart.

On this day in 1960, the novelty song “Itsy Bitsy Teenie Weenie Yellow Polka Dot Bikini” hit No. 1 on the U.S. singles chart.

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On this day in 1909, New Jersey homemaker Alice Ramsey completed her historic cross-country road trip. 

On this day in 1909, New Jersey homemaker Alice Ramsey completed her historic cross-country road trip.

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On this day in 1890, convicted killer William Kemmler became the first person to be executed by electrocution.

On this day in 1890, convicted killer William Kemmler became the first person to be executed by electrocution.

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