American businessman and philanthropist who co-founded the Standard Oil Company which revolutionised the petroleum industry.
John D. Rockefeller was born on 8 July, 1839
Today's Events: 2 May
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The Scream painting sets a new world record
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Domain name icio.us registered
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Tennessee Williams wins the Pulitzer Prize – Cat on a Hot Tin Roof
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First flight of world’s first jet airliner
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King James Bible published
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Ahti Heinla Birthday
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Sumio Iijima Birthday
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Bob Clampett Death Anniversary
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William Moulton Marston Death Anniversary
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Leonardo da Vinci Death Anniversary