Raisin Bran Cereal Day
Raisin Bran Cereal Day is celebrated on November 15th each year. This day is dedicated to enjoying and appreciating one of America’s favorite breakfast cereals, Raisin Bran, which is known for its combination of bran flakes and raisins. Raisin Bran Cereal Day is a lighthearted celebration of a beloved breakfast staple and an excellent opportunity to incorporate healthy choices into your morning routine. Whether you enjoy it as a traditional breakfast or get creative, it’s a chance to savor the simple pleasures of good food.
Clean Out Your Refrigerator Day
Clean Out Your Refrigerator Day is observed on November 15th each year. This day serves as a reminder to declutter and organize your refrigerator, ensuring that it remains clean and efficient. It’s a practical initiative that encourages people to review what they have, discard expired items, and make space for fresh food.
Here are some notable historical events that occurred on November 15th throughout the years:
Notable Events on November 15
1777: The Articles of Confederation were adopted by the Second Continental Congress, establishing a loose confederation of the states. They served as the first constitution of the United States until they were replaced by the current Constitution in 1789.
1806: Zebulon Pike sighted the summit of what is now known as Pike’s Peak in Colorado during his exploration of the southern portion of the Louisiana Purchase.
1867: In Kansas, the first American Indian rights organization, known as the Indian Rights Association, was founded in Philadelphia, aiming to promote the rights and welfare of Native Americans.
1939: The first animated feature film, “Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs,” had its world premiere in Los Angeles. This film was a significant milestone in animation and film history.
1971: The United States launched the Mariner 9 spacecraft, which became the first spacecraft to orbit Mars, providing important data about the planet’s surface and atmosphere.
1990: The United Nations General Assembly approved the establishment of the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), focusing on poverty reduction and sustainable development.
2001: The U.S. Army began Operation Enduring Freedom, leading the military campaign against the Taliban in Afghanistan following the September 11 attacks.
Notable Birthdays
1887: Robert L. Johnson, an American entrepreneur and media magnate, founder of BET (Black Entertainment Television), was born.
1920: Friedrich Hayek, the Austrian-British economist and Nobel Prize laureate known for his work on economic theory and political philosophy, was born.
1935: Lillian Vernon, American businesswoman and entrepreneur known for her catalog company, was born.
1966: Kathy Acker, American experimental novelist, playwright, and punk poet, was born.
Notable Deaths
1884: Charlotte Perkins Gilman, the American feminist, sociologist, and writer known for her works on women’s rights, including “The Yellow Wallpaper,” passed away.
1977: John L. Lewis, the American labor leader and president of the United Mine Workers, died.
2010: Hugh Thompson, the U.S. Army helicopter pilot who intervened during the My Lai Massacre in Vietnam, passed away.
