Inventions, firsts, and turning points tied to today’s date — each one sourced and dated.
On April 7, 1969, UCLA student Steve Crocker circulated RFC 1, beginning the open document series that still shapes the internet.
On April 7, 1948, the WHO's constitution took effect, creating the UN's global health agency and the date now marked as World Health Day.
On April 7, 1827, English chemist John Walker recorded selling the first friction matches, lit by a quick drag across folded sandpaper.
