What happened today in history?

What happened
today in history?
[ Aug 24 ]

1875 - The Wedding of James Cash Penney and Bertha Alva Hess

In 1899, James Cash Penney wed Bertha Alva Hess, marking a significant union that would shape his future endeavors. Their partnership inspired Penney's principles of fairness and integrity that guided the creation of the J.C. Penney Company, which flourished until her tragic passing in 1910.

James Cash Penney

1533 - The Second Marriage of William I of Orange

In 1561, William I of Orange married Anna, Duchess of Saxony. This alliance aimed to strengthen his political power but ended in divorce in 1571, reflecting the tumultuous life of this key figure in the Dutch Revolt.

William I of Orange