1st April: Today In History

Today is Friday, April 1st, the 92th day of 2016. There are 274 days left in the year.

Today's Highlight in History:

Events:

1826   The internal combustion engine is patented by Samuel Morey.

1867   Singapore becomes British crown colony.

1891   The Wrigley Company is founded in Chicago, Illinois.

1954   The United States Air Force Academy is established in Colorado.

1976   Apple Computer Company is formed by Steve Jobs and Steve Wozniak

Birthdays:

1578   William Harvey (Scientist and doctor)

1850   Otto von Bismark (German Empire founder)

1932   Debbie Reynolds (Actress)

1938   Ali McGraw (Actress)

1961   Susan Boyle (Singer)

1981   Hannah Spearitt (Singer)

1997   Asa Butterfield (Child actor from Hugo)