Unraveling Remarkable Moments on August 17th! ​

August 17th On this day: The Clermont (1807): On its first voyage, the Clermont averaged close to 5 miles (about 8 km) per hour for the 150 miles (240 km) up the Hudson River to Albany, New York. The Clermont inaugurated the first profitable venture in steam navigation, carrying paying passengers between Albany and New York City.    Davy Crockett (1786): American backwoodsman and folk hero Davy Crockett was born, becoming a symbol of frontier spirit and adventure. Double Eagle II (1978): The flight of the Double Eagle II balloon came to a safe and successful end in a wheat field near Miserey, France, about 60 miles northwest of Paris. Join us as we delve into the annals of the past and discover noteworthy moments that have left an indelible mark on our world, sparking curiosity and reflection.

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