This Day in History for June 10 – Apple II Released and More

By The Hawk June 10, 2011 12:08 PM

Here’s a look at some interesting events that took place on this day in history:

1692 – At the Salem Witch Trials, Bridget Bishop is hanged for “certaine Detestable Arts called Witchcraft & Sorceries” (More info)

1793 – Washington replaces Philadelphia as US capital (More info)

1921 – Babe Ruth hits his 120th home-run, becoming the all-time HR champ (More info)

1935 – Dr. Robert Smith and Bill Wilson form Alcoholics Anonymous in Akron, Ohio (More info)

1977 – Apple ships its first Apple II personal computer (More info)

2003 – The Spirit Rover is launched, beginning NASA’s Mars Exploration Rover mission (More info)

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