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The First US Patent is Issued

The First US Patent is Issued

1790

The first US patent was issued to inventor Samuel Hopkins for a process of making potash, an important ingredient in the production of fertilizer, soap, and other goods.

Apollo 15 Reaches the Moon

Apollo 15 Reaches the Moon

1971

The Apollo 15 mission to the moon concluded, marking the first time that a lunar rover vehicle was used to explore the moon's surface. The mission was also notable for conducting extensive scientific experiments and collecting a large amount of data about the moon's geology and atmosphere.

Disney Acquired Capital Cities/ABC

Disney Acquired Capital Cities/ABC

1995

The Walt Disney Company purchased Capital Cities/ABC, including ESPN, for $19 billion. This acquisition was one of the largest media mergers at the time and significantly expanded Disney's media presence.

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