"Casey at the Bat" is published, an American walks in space, Andy Warhol survives an assassination attempt, the original "Star Trek" goes off the air, and Bill Clinton plays the sax, all on this day.
A president marries in the White House, Babe Ruth retires, Lou Gehrig dies, Queen Elizabeth II is crowned, and "Donkey Kong" debuts, all on this day.
In honor of Friday's National Doughnut Day, take a look at the history of this deep-fried treat.