American boxer, actor, screenwriter
American magician
American singer-songwriter, guitarist, producer
American singer-songwriter, producer
Canadian/Scottish politician, Prime Minister of the United Kingdom
Greek soprano
Puerto Rican doctor, politician
King of France
Swiss psychologist
King of England and of Ireland
The Mayflower, carrying a total of 102 Pilgrims and about 30 crew members, sailed from Plymouth, England to the New World. This significant journey marked the early beginnings of European settlement in America.
In a strategic seizing of power, the British captured Capetown, South Africa, from the Dutch. This marked a significant shift in power and influence within the region.
Mexico issued the Grito de Dolores, a call for the end of Spanish rule, a date commemorated as Mexican Independence Day. This represented a turning point in the lengthy struggle for independence and sovereignty in the region.
In a landmark decision, slavery was abolished throughout all French territories. This marked a crucial step towards human rights and equality.
Douglas Mawson, Edgeworth David, and Alistair Mackay were credited with discovering the Magnetic South Pole in Antarctica. This exploration saw an unprecedented advancement in geographical knowledge and understanding.
Malaysia was created when the Federation of Malaya united with Singapore, Sabah and Sarawak. Singapore would later withdraw from this federation two years later.
A severe earthquake, measuring 7.7 on the Richter Scale, struck the city of Tabas, Iran, causing the deaths of over 25,000 people. This devastating event marked one of the most tragic natural disasters in human history.
Steve Jobs, co-founder of Apple Computer Inc, was named as the interim CEO of the company. This event led to a period of major technological innovation and commercial success for Apple.
In a horrific event, members of a right-wing Lebanese militia massacred between 1500-3000 people over three days in the Palestinian refugee camps of Sabra and Shatila.
A bomb exploded on Wall Street, New York, killing 38 people. This marked the deadliest act of its kind on American soil at the time, and the perpetrators remain unknown.
General Motors Corporation, also known as GM, was founded in Flint, Michigan by William C. Durant and Charles Stewart Mott. It became one of the world's largest manufacturers of cars and trucks, producing such makes as Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet, Pontiac, and Hummer.