What Happened in 1922
Historical Highlights of 1922
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Insulin was successfully used for the first time to treat diabetes, revolutionizing medicine.
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The BBC, one of the world's most famous broadcasters, began its first radio transmissions in the UK.
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British archaeologist Howard Carter discovered the tomb of Pharaoh Tutankhamun in Egypt, sparking a worldwide fascination with ancient Egypt.
Pop Culture & Fun Facts of 1922
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First 3D Movie The first-ever 3D movie, The Power of Love, was shown in Los Angeles. Audiences wore red and green glasses to experience the effect!
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Nosferatu Premieres: The iconic silent horror film Nosferatu, an unauthorized adaptation of Dracula, terrified audiences with its eerie visuals.
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Hollywood Sign's Original Name: The famous Hollywood sign originally read "Hollywoodland" as an advertisement for a real estate development. The last four letters were removed in 1949.
Science & Inventions of 1922
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The lie detector (polygraph) machine was invented by John Augustus Larson, a medical student and police officer.
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Insulin was discovered by Frederick Banting and Charles Best, revolutionizing the treatment of diabetes.
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The first robot was introduced in a Czech play called R.U.R. (Rossum’s Universal Robots) by Karel Čapek, coining the term "robot."
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Scientists Herbert Evans and Katherine Bishop discovered Vitamin E, identifying its essential role in reproduction and cell protection.
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The Convertible Car is Patented. American engineer Ben P. Ellerbeck developed the first retractable hardtop for automobiles, an early version of the modern convertible.
Sports Highlights of 1922
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Yankees Get Their Stadium: Construction began on Yankee Stadium, which would later be known as "The House That Ruth Built" in honor of Babe Ruth.
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First National Football League (NFL) Championship: The Canton Bulldogs became the first NFL champions, finishing the season undefeated.
Top Songs of 1922
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"My Man" – Fanny Brice
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"Three O’Clock in the Morning" – Paul Whiteman and His Orchestra
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"April Showers" – Al Jolson
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"Hot Lips" – Paul Whiteman and His Orchestra
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"Toot, Toot, Tootsie! (Goodbye)" – Al Jolson
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"Stumbling" – Paul Whiteman and His Orchestra
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"Way Down Yonder in New Orleans" – Peerless Quartet
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"Dipper Mouth Blues" – King Oliver’s Creole Jazz Band
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"Carolina in the Morning" – Marion Harris
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"I Wish I Could Shimmy Like My Sister Kate" – The Original Memphis Five
Music & Radio of 1922
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Jazz and blues continued to rise in popularity, with artists like Paul Whiteman, Al Jolson, and King Oliver dominating the scene.
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Dance crazes like the Charleston and Shimmy gained momentum, inspiring upbeat, rhythmic music.
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The recording industry was booming, with phonograph records becoming a household staple.
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First Commercial Radio Advertisements aired on New York’s WEAF, marking the beginning of radio ads.
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Radio became a primary source of entertainment, news, and music, with families gathering around their sets nightly.
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Stations across the U.S. played live jazz performances, comedy shows, and news reports, making radio an essential part of daily life.
Top Movies of 1922
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Nosferatu (Silent horror classic, one of the first vampire films)
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Robin Hood (Starring Douglas Fairbanks, a major action-adventure hit)
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Dr. Mabuse, the Gambler (A German silent crime thriller by Fritz Lang)
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Blood and Sand (Starring Rudolph Valentino, a famous bullfighting drama)
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Grandma’s Boy (A Harold Lloyd comedy classic)
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Foolish Wives (A lavish drama directed by Erich von Stroheim)
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Beyond the Rocks (Romantic drama with Rudolph Valentino and Gloria Swanson)
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Manslaughter (A silent courtroom drama by Cecil B. DeMille)
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Oliver Twist (A silent adaptation starring Jackie Coogan)
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The Prisoner of Zenda (A swashbuckling adventure film)
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