Henry Ford Sets Speed Record
The founder of the Ford Motor Company set a world speed record on January 12, 1904. Driving model 999, called the “Arrow Racer,” a vehicle with no hood, or body, and built on a wooden chassis, Ford and his mechanic friend, Ed “Spider” Huff, traveled one mile in 39.4 seconds at the breakneck speed of 91.4 miles per hour.
Colt Revolver
Samuel Colt Paterson revolutionized firearms with his five-shot revolver design. But the pistols ... more
Sounds of the Time with Richard Marx
"I wrote it in 15 minutes. The fastest song I ever wrote," said Richard Marx of his hit "Right ... more
