This Day in History for August 13 – Berlin Divides Itself and More

Here’s a look at some interesting events that took place on this day in history:
1878 – A yellow fever epidemic in Memphis eventually empties the city (More info)
1918 – Opha Mae Johnson becomes the first woman to enlist in the United States Marine Corps (More info)
1937 – The Battle of Shanghai begins (More info)
1961 – East German soldiers begin laying down barbed wire and bricks as a barrier between Soviet-controlled East Berlin and the democratic western section of the city (More info)
2011 – A hurricane-force gust of wind causes the main stage at the Indiana State Fair to collapse, killing 7 and injuring 45 (More info)
Enjoy The History of Centennial Village Museum During The Greeley Stampede
2013 Greeley Stampede 4th Of July Parade Route & Information
Sleigh Riders Invited Back To The Worlds Largest 4th Of July Parade
Greeley Stampede Announces Grand Marshals
Yesterday the Greeley Stampede announced Bill and Sharon Farr as the 2013 Greeley Stampede Grand Marshals. Bill Farr is a fourth generation Greeley native and the third generation in his family, including Harry W. Farr and W.D. Farr, to be chosen as a Grand Marshal. He and his family
