On This Day in Tech History

The World's Columbian Exposition, also known as the Chicago World's Fair, was a large international exhibition held in Chicago, Illinois, in 1893 to celebrate the 400th anniversary of Christopher Columbus' arrival in the New World. The fair was a major event in the history of Chicago and the United States, and it attracted millions of visitors from around the world. The fair showcased new technologies, products, and ideas from around the world, and it featured impressive architecture and engineering feats. Notable exhibits included the world's first Ferris wheel, the world's first electric kitchen, and displays of art and cultural artifacts from various countries. The World's Columbian Exposition helped to establish Chicago as a major city and to cement the United States' position as a global economic and cultural power.