October 11 - Michael Dobson - Bog

APOLLO 7 LIFTS OFF!The Story of a Special Day for October 11On October 11, 1968, Apollo 7, the first Apollo mission to carry astronauts into space, lifts off from Cape Kennedy, Florida. Plus, Teddy Roosevelt became the first US president to fly in a plane (1910), Saturday Night Live premiered (1975), and George Washington was promoted to 6-star general!The Story of a Special Day is a special occasion gift they'll never throw away - a whole book for the price of a premium card! The story of a special day.tells you what happened in history, who was born, and who died. What happened on *your* special day? From celebrations around the world to significant moments in history, birthdays, zodiac signs, and all-month events, this book makes a perfect birthday present or anniversary gift - one that will be kept and remembered long after an ordinary birthday card has been forgotten! On October 11, first lady Eleanor Roosevelt, ketchup king Henry Heinz, first African-American four-star general Roscoe Robinson Jr, and actors Michelle Trachtenberg and Luke Perry, were born. Decorate Marine general Chesty Puller, explorer Meriwether Lewis, and comedians Redd Foxx and Chico Marx died.Each volume of The Story of a Special Day is packed with rare historical photos and fascinating facts. Plus, birthday gems, flowers, and other symbols; horoscope signs; sayings and superstitions; and much, much more! With 77 pages packed with over 33 historic photographs and illustrations, this book is a feast for the eyes as well as for the brain. A perfect birthday present or anniversary gift, "The Story of a Special Day" will make anyone feel special on his or her very special occasion. There's plenty to celebrate on October 11: the International Day of the Girl Child, Southern Food Heritage Day, and National Food Truck DayLook for upcoming titles covering each and every day of the year...because every day is a special day for someone you know!