Search

Methodist Church Merger Becomes Effective  — Research Starter

The Methodist Church Merger, which became effective on May 10, 1939, marked a significant unification of three major Methodist denominations: the Methodist Episcopal Church, the Methodist Episcopal…

Mecklenburg Independence Day  — Research Starter

Mecklenburg Independence Day is observed on May 20 in North Carolina, commemorating the purported adoption of the Mecklenburg Declaration of Independence in 1775. According to tradition, on this date,…

Massachusetts Ratifies the Constitution  — Research Starter

On February 6, 1788, Massachusetts became the sixth state to ratify the United States Constitution, marking a significant moment in the early history of American governance. The ratification followed…

Maryland Ratifies the Constitution  — Research Starter

Maryland ratified the United States Constitution on April 28, 1788, becoming the seventh state to do so. The actual ratification took place on April 26 during a convention attended by a predominantly…

Mary Barra of General Motors Becomes First Female CEO of a Major Automotive Company  — Research Starter

Mary Barra made history on December 10, 2013, when she was appointed CEO of General Motors (GM), becoming the first woman to lead a major automotive company. With a career spanning 33 years at GM,…

Major John André Hanged as a Spy  — Research Starter

Major John André was a British officer during the American Revolutionary War, known for his involvement in a conspiracy with General Benedict Arnold to surrender the American fort at West Point to…

Maine Admitted to the Union  — Research Starter

Maine, the largest state in New England, was admitted to the United States on March 15, 1820, becoming the 23rd state. The region has a rich history dating back to prehistoric times, with early human…

Lutheran Church in America Organized  — Research Starter

The Lutheran Church in America (LCA) was established in 1962 in Detroit as part of a significant movement towards church unity during the 20th century. This consolidation brought together four…

Loyalty Day  — Research Starter

Loyalty Day is observed annually on May 1st in the United States, a day established to reaffirm allegiance to the country. The day was initiated by the Veterans of Foreign Wars in 1947 as a response…