#historical-events

#historical-events

Deenu recalled, 'We saved this village by our sacrifice.' He reflects on the forced sterilizations, emphasizing the necessity for sacrifice during a time of crisis.

The CIA's involvement in the 1953 overthrow of Iran's Prime Minister Mohammad Mossadegh marked a significant turning point in U.S.-Iran relations, sowing seeds of mistrust that persist today.

The British Library will symbolically reinstate Oscar Wilde's readers' pass, giving his grandson entry to the library, 130 years after Wilde was expelled.

Fishing has commenced at Canarsie. Sheeps Head, Blue, Weak and Black Fish, and also Bass are being caught daily. Boats and Yachts are ready for hire.

Summer in Oregon is characterized by a plethora of fairs and festivals that celebrate local culture, history, and community spirit through diverse activities.

Bloody Sunday marked a pivotal turning point in Russian history, where a peaceful petition for reform ended with a tragic massacre that galvanized public dissent against the tsar.

On May 22, 1960, the strongest earthquake recorded struck southern Chile, with a magnitude of 9.5, leading to massive destruction and loss of life.

The Scopes Monkey Trial, as it became known, was a milestone in the eternal battle of rational scientific thought versus belief-based denialism, a conflict that continues to rage a century later.

Ten people were killed in 1920 during a gun battle in Matewan, West Virginia, as coal miners fought against security guards for their union rights.

On May 18, 1980, Mount St. Helens erupted in Washington, resulting in an estimated 57 deaths or missing. This catastrophic event marked a significant geological disaster.

On May 16, 1966, the Chinese Communist Party issued the May 16 Notification, criticizing revisionists within the party and marking the beginning of the Cultural Revolution.

An American gentleman faced disrespect at St. Peter's by neglecting to remove his hat when the Pope passed, resulting in an altercation with French officers.

"The Chicago Cubs for whom Hack Wilson flashed in 1930 and flivvered in 1931 still have plenty of respect for the strong little mauler from Martinsburg."

On May 6, 1937, the hydrogen-filled German airship Hindenburg caught fire and crashed while attempting to dock at Lakehurst, New Jersey; 35 of 97 on board were killed.

Noguchi helped change the way the American public thinks about celebrity deaths, moving beyond mere physical examination into public discourse on such matters.

Ethel Caterham, at 115 years old, attributes her longevity to avoiding arguments, stating, 'Never arguing with anyone, I listen and I do what I like.'

This success served as an impetus for further action and mobilisation against workers, especially in the United States.

On April 30, 1993, Monica Seles was stabbed during a match by a man claiming to be a fan of her rival, Steffi Graf, highlighting the risks athletes face.

By focusing on the deaths of Charles Horman and Frank Teruggi, Missing raises troubling questions about the U.S. government's role in the Chilean coup and their murders.

On April 27, 2011, during the four-day 2011 Super Outbreak, 112 tornadoes touched down across the southeastern United States, killing 319 in the deadliest day of tornadoes in the U.S. since 1925.

The Titanic, known as the 'unsinkable ship', tragically sank on April 15, 1912, leading to the loss of over 1,500 lives, highlighting the perilous nature of maritime travel.

"The impression is becoming strong... that the United States Supreme Court will declare the income tax unconstitutional and that a decision to this effect will be rendered next Monday."

Construction began in 1925 on a new commercial building at the corner of Telegraph and Durant Avenues, replacing the Epworth Methodist Church, now housing a Bank of America.

We want to tell us about the world-shaping moments we're not taught about, which in this case was the Black Tom 1916 bombing.

"We have a very low level of public awareness of a dust storm and what damage it can cause," said Daniel Tong, an associate professor of atmospheric chemistry at George Mason University who is among the authors of a 2023 paper on dust storm deaths.

The panicky flight of capital from Europe increased the gold reserves today to a record high of $15,000,000,000, approximately 58 percent of the estimated world stock.

Pickles provide electrolytes from sodium, magnesium, and potassium, which become depleted in the body when it's sweating or moving around a lot; two things that you're guaranteed to be doing at faire.

The Nova Scotians have protested against the colonial consolidation which merges their identity in the Dominion of Canada, prepared to sever ties with Great Britain.

Families can immerse themselves in historical adventures at various heritage sites, engaging in activities that connect them with past eras and figures.

George Tice, a Navy photographer, captured dramatic images of a helicopter explosion aboard the USS Wasp, which later caught the attention of Edward Steichen.