On This Date (6/9) in History ...

[Tom McAndrew]

And while my history focus is primarily on the 18th century, I couldn't help but give a nod to the greatest horse racing performance I've ever witnessed on TV, which took place on this day in 1973:

 

[PSU Mike]

And while my history focus is primarily on the 18th century, I couldn't help but give a nod to the greatest horse racing performance I've ever witnessed on TV, which took place on this day in 1973:

Chills, every time, watching Sexy.

 

[ODShowtime]

The Grateful Dead kicked some butt at Winterland 45 years ago today. 6/9/77 may be my favorite show. It features a raving Help on the Way-> Slipknot to open the second set and the finest Terrapin Station they ever played. It's so heavy it's almost Dead Metal. It's just exactly perfect!