The Story of a Special Day for August 18AMERICAN WOMEN GET THE RIGHT TO VOTE!On August 18, the 19th Amendment to the US Constitution was ratified, giving women the right to vote. Also on August 18......helium was discovered...the Pendle Witches were put on trial...and the "Hardest Day" of the Battle of Britain took place.The Story of a Special Day is a special occasion gift they'll never throw away - a whole book for the price of a premium card! The story of a special day......What happened in history?...Who was born?...Who died?What happened on *your* special day?From celebrations around the world to significant moments in history, birthdays, zodiac signs, and all-month events, this book makes a perfect birthday present or anniversary gift - one that will be kept and remembered long after an ordinary birthday card has been forgotten! On August 18, department store magnate Marshall Field, crime writer Vincent Bugliosi, Meriwether Lewis of the Lewis and Clark Expedition, actors Patrick Swayze and Robert Redford, and sports legend Roberto Clemente were born. Business leaders Walter Chrysler and Joseph Seagram died, along with Genghis Khan, Don Pardo, and B. F. Skinner.There's plenty to celebrate on August 18. Pakistan celebrates Arbor Day, Thailand observes National Science Day, and Australia commemorates Long Tan Day. Don't forget that it's also National Ice Cream Pie Day and National Fajita Day!Each volume is packed with rare historical photos and fascinating facts. Plus, birthday gems, flowers, and other symbols; horoscope signs; sayings and superstitions; and much, much more!With 72 pages packed with over 42 historic photographs and illustrations, this book is a feast for the eyes as well as for the brain. A perfect birthday present or anniversary gift, "The Story of a Special Day" will make anyone feel special on his or her very special occasion. Look for upcoming titles covering each and every day of the year...because every day is a special day for someone you know!