While every day is important for exploring history, August 31 in particular was quite eventful. Over the centuries, remarkable events have taken place on this date that have changed the course of history. To commemorate and celebrate this day, let’s explore some of the most notable events that took place on this date. King Henry […]
In a bid to give distinct and specific names to all the Indian institutes of medical sciences in the country including the one in the capital, the government has decided to name them after freedom fighters, regional heroes, monuments or historical events in the region or their geographical identity. Many of the total number of […]
The government has confirmed a proposal to give specific names to all AIIMS, including that of Delhi, based on regional heroes, freedom fighters, historical events or monuments in the region or their identity geographically distinct, said a report in PTI. The majority of the 23 All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) have submitted a […]
Ridley Scott finally realizes Stanley Kubrick’s dream by making an English biopic on Napoleon I. Starring Joaquin Phoenix as the titular Emperor, the film will see his rise to prominence through the perspective of his first wife, Empress Josephine, played by Vanessa Kirby. As the BBC recounts, it was a dream project for author Kubrick, […]
John R. Beyer A boy was born on November 24, 1713 in the small hamlet of Petra on the island of Majorca off the coast of Spain. His name was Miquel Josep Serra i Ferrer – later known simply as Father Serra. The boy grew up in a humble environment, working in the wheat and […]
Dragon House is one of the most anticipated TV shows of 2022. It takes place 200 years before the game of thrones series set in the same world and explores the history of the Targaryen family. Although Westeros, where the show takes place, is a high-fantasy setting, the events taking place there were inspired by […]
Panaji: Chaos on Day 1 of Ashtami Fair, but CCP denies confusion India time | 5 hours ago | 19-08-2022 | 08:32 India time 5 hours ago | 19-08-2022 | 08:32 PANAJI: The opening day of the Ashtami Fair on Thursday was marked by confusion over the allocation of booths. Just two days ago, there […]
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Did you know that slavery is technically still legal in the United States? Or have you ever been taught the history of colonialism or the Battle of Blair Mountain? In many school districts, information about this story is glossed over — if not actively suppressed or banned from the curriculum. Politicians in states from Florida […]
The traditional city festival commemorates the events of 1645, when Brno withstood the siege of the Swedish army and thus gained its position as a provincial centre. Photo credit: Michael Ruzicka / ICT BRNO Brno, Aug 10 (BD) – The city of Brno will once again commemorate the historical events of 1645 this weekend, on […]
A literary event is taking place this weekend to give readers the chance to meet three historical book authors from Northampton. Taking place from 2-4 p.m. on Saturday August 13 at the Central Library, authors Michael J. Lowis, Tony Berry and Pat Jones will be in attendance. Michael, who recently published his tenth book, Djoser […]
One of the region’s specialists in presenting military history is hosting a series of events this weekend to kick off its annual fundraising campaign. Calling it a living history encampment, the General George Patton Leadership Museum is hosting a few events this weekend focused on the legendary general’s legacy and WWII history. Two different events […]