On this day in 1865, British surgeon Joseph Lister introduced a new technique to help prevent surgical infections.

On this day in 1865, British surgeon Joseph Lister introduced a new technique to help prevent surgical infections.

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

Joseph Lister performs the first antiseptic surgery - August 12th, 1865

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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.

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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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