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The East Germany Barrier: The Birth of the Berlin Wall, August 13, 1961 Introduction On August 13, 1961, a historical event of significant international concern started – the building of the Berlin Wall. This event distinguished the Cold War era, representing the tangible division between Western capitalism and Eastern Communism. The barrier, erected by East
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690690 ViewsThe Smithsonian Institution: A Bedrock of Global Knowledge On August 10, 1846, an event occurred that would significantly impact the world of science, history, and art. The establishment of the Smithsonian Institution in Washington, D.C., marked a monumental leap in our ability to understand our world. The Founding Legacies The Smithsonian Institution’s story begins with
Read More537537 ViewsThe Atomic Bombing of Nagasaki: Reflection on August 9, 1945 Introduction On the ninth day of August in 1945, an occasion of enormous historical significance unfolded. The Second World War was approaching its conclusion, and there was mounting pressure amongst world leaders to bring an end to the hostilities. However, few could have anticipated the
Read More337337 ViewsThe transformative event that occurred on August 8, 1864, continues to touch lives across the globe today. On this day, representatives from sixteen countries gathered in Geneva, Switzerland, and heralded the birth of a compassionate vision: the foundation of the International Red Cross. Formation of the Red Cross Movement The Red Cross movement found its
Read More318318 ViewsOn the ripples of time, August 3, 1492, forever holds its significance as the date when the well-known explorer, Christopher Columbus, commenced his auspicious journey from Spain. This was a day that marked the beginning of a voyage that changed the world – the discovery of the Americas, the “New World.” Columbus’ expedition crystallized Europe’s
Read More263263 ViewsIntroduction The events of July 30, 1971, marked an extraordinary leap forward in the exploration of space. This was the day the Apollo 15 Lunar Module, the fourth mission of NASA’s Apollo program, successfully landed on the Moon—with astronauts David Scott and James Irwin on board. A third astronaut, Alfred Worden, remained orbiting the Moon
Read More318318 ViewsJuly 29, 1978 Even in the realm of history, filled with countless remarkable moments, some events stand out more than others, mainly due to their significant impact on our social, cultural, or scientific landscape. One such groundbreaking occurrence was on the 29th of July, 1978, in Oldham, England when Louise Joy Brown, the world’s first
Read More460460 ViewsThe Start of World War I: A Date Marked in History – July 28, 1914 On the day of July 28, 1914, a major historical event took place that marked the onset of World War I. This momentous event, well-documented in the annals of history, recounts the declaration of war by Austria-Hungary on Serbia –
Read More170170 ViewsThe Suez Canal Crisis: July 26, 1956 Introduction One of the most significant international events that began on the 26th of July is the Suez Canal Crisis of 1956. This was an episode of political and military tension in Egypt that often overshadowed the political landscape of the Middle East and concluded with lasting geopolitical
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