08/12/2025
TODAY IS ...
IBM PC DAY
Wired magazine says this:
"On August 12, 1981, IBM introduced its 5150 personal computer. It
swept away the competition and effectively had the market to itself,
until the original Apple Macintosh appeared two-and-a-half years
later. For its operating system, IBM went to a small company called
Microsoft. The success of the IBM 5150 established the dominance of
the Microsoft operating system."
INTERNATIONAL YOUTH DAY
Established by the United Nations General Assembly in 1999, to promote
youth participation in society, highlight youth issues on the global
agenda, celebrate young people's contributions to their communities,
and encourage governments to develop youth-focused policies and
programs.
JULIENNE FRIES DAY
MIDDLE CHILD'S DAY
NATIONAL SEWING MACHINE DAY
On this day in 1851, Isaac Singer received a patent for a commercial
sewing machine design. His innovative model incorporated features like
a straight needle, a reciprocating shuttle, and a friction pad for
thread tension control. It also utilized a foot treadle to power the
machine, freeing the user's hands. This machine was designed for
manufacturing rather than home use. By 1860, the Singer Manufacturing
Company had become the world's largest sewing machine maker.
VINYL RECORD DAY
WORLD ELEPHANT DAY
Established in 2012 by Canadian filmmaker Patricia Sims and the
Elephant Reintroduction Foundation of Thailand to unite elephant
conservation organizations, zoos, and wildlife advocates around the
world in their efforts to protect elephants.
