#  @HistoryNutOTD Today in History Today in History posts on X about rome, france, battle of, paris the most. They currently have [------] followers and [----] posts still getting attention that total [-------] engagements in the last [--] hours. ### Engagements: [-------] [#](/creator/twitter::1689104235731017728/interactions)  - [--] Week [-------] +82% - [--] Month [---------] -59% - [--] Months [----------] -36% - [--] Year [----------] +635% ### Mentions: [--] [#](/creator/twitter::1689104235731017728/posts_active)  - [--] Month [--] -55% - [--] Months [---] +29% - [--] Year [-----] +39% ### Followers: [------] [#](/creator/twitter::1689104235731017728/followers)  - [--] Week [------] +0.41% - [--] Month [------] +3.50% - [--] Months [------] +38% - [--] Year [------] +143% ### CreatorRank: [-------] [#](/creator/twitter::1689104235731017728/influencer_rank)  ### Social Influence **Social category influence** [travel destinations](/list/travel-destinations) #2829 [countries](/list/countries) [automotive brands](/list/automotive-brands) [celebrities](/list/celebrities) [finance](/list/finance) [technology brands](/list/technology-brands) [musicians](/list/musicians) [stocks](/list/stocks) [fashion brands](/list/fashion-brands) [ncaa football](/list/ncaa-football) **Social topic influence** [rome](/topic/rome), [france](/topic/france), [battle of](/topic/battle-of), [paris](/topic/paris), [united states](/topic/united-states), [italy](/topic/italy), [london](/topic/london), [the first](/topic/the-first), [greece](/topic/greece), [germany](/topic/germany) **Top assets mentioned** [April (APRIL)](/topic/april) ### Top Social Posts Top posts by engagements in the last [--] hours "August [--] [---] BC: The oldest known temple to Venus was founded marking the institution of Vinalia Rustica. This ancient Roman festival began the grape harvest and honored Venus the goddess of gardens and vineyards" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1692543633600446916) 2023-08-18T14:27Z 12.1K followers, 17.7K engagements "August [--] 2021: Shohei Ohtani of the Los Angeles Angels hit his 40th home run becoming the fastest player in team history to do so. He also pitched [--] innings in a 3-1 win against Detroit showcasing his unique ability as both a dominant hitter and pitcher in the same game" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1692597571238388108) 2023-08-18T18:01Z 14.2K followers, [---] engagements "August [--] [--] BC: Octavian pressured the Roman Senate to appoint him as Consul. This was after Julius Caesar's assassination and marked a key step in his rise to power. His control of military forces and political alliances aided his efforts leading him to become Augustus the first Roman Emperor" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1692906472710324487) 2023-08-19T14:28Z 14.2K followers, 34.4K engagements "August [--] 1977: Voyager [--] launched from Cape Canaveral Air Force Station in Florida carrying a Golden Record with greetings and sounds from Earth. The aim was to give potential extraterrestrial beings a snapshot of life here. It explored Jupiter Saturn Uranus and Neptune on a "Grand Tour" and now sends data from interstellar space part of the Voyager Interstellar Mission" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1693293102419849575) 2023-08-20T16:05Z 14.2K followers, 114.6K engagements "@KVG9ine @historyinmemes We shall see" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1693322260894151148) 2023-08-20T18:01Z 14.2K followers, [--] engagements "@RohanMagdum7 @historyinmemes It is remarkable isnt it" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1693323897922568557) 2023-08-20T18:07Z 14.2K followers, [---] engagements "@Xrealdoge @historyinmemes 😂😂😂" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1693323964062539780) 2023-08-20T18:07Z 14.3K followers, [--] engagements "@historyinmemes Did with three toes what no one could with ten" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1693477997679116492) 2023-08-21T04:19Z 14.2K followers, [---] engagements "August [--] 1911: The Mona Lisa was STOLEN from the Louvre by Vincenzo Perugia. Hidden in the museum overnight he took the painting the next morning. It was recovered in [----] when he tried to sell it in Florence leading to his arrest" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1693623888431792458) 2023-08-21T13:59Z 13.2K followers, 171K engagements "August [--] 1959: Hawaii officially became the 50th state of the United States. President Eisenhower signed the Hawaii Admission Act earlier that year and residents voted overwhelmingly for statehood. This marked the last addition to the U.S. in terms of statehood" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1693671776923050015) 2023-08-21T17:09Z 14.2K followers, 42.6K engagements "August [--] 1986: Usain Bolt was born. A Jamaican sprinter widely considered the fastest man ever. He won [--] Olympic gold medals and set world records in the 100m (9.58s) and 200m (19.19s). Bolt's incredible speed and charisma made him an international icon dominating sprints from [----] to [----] until his retirement" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1693715564794085646) 2023-08-21T20:03Z 16.4K followers, 740.8K engagements "Did you know Romans had their own version of fast food A Roman thermopolium was an ancient eatery that served hot food and drinks. It featured a counter with embedded containers called dolia holding various dishes. Patrons could quickly purchase ready-made meals making it popular among the working class" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1693757156179452371) 2023-08-21T22:49Z 12.4K followers, 68.1K engagements "Gaius Appuleius Diocles. Among the notable figures of Roman history his name must be etched in memory. Diocles is considered possibly the greatest and highest paid athlete ever. Born in [---] AD he raced chariots for [--] years winning [----] of [----] races and placing top three in [----]. His career earnings of [--------] sesterces are estimated by many historians at $15 billion in today's value. Retiring at [--] he passed away shortly after leaving a legacy as one of history's greatest athletes" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1693971706992586997) 2023-08-22T13:01Z 14.2K followers, 201.8K engagements "When Trajan became Emperor in [--] AD he was governing Germania Superior. He was declared emperor by the Senate after Nerva's death but stayed on the German frontier for military matters not entering Rome until [--] AD" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1693994683272515613) 2023-08-22T14:33Z 14.2K followers, 13.9K engagements "August [--] 565: The Loch Ness Monster commonly called Nessie is reportedly observed for the first time. St. Columba an Irish missionary saw the Loch Ness Monster in Scotland. According to the account he saved a man from the creature by invoking a prayer. This sighting is the earliest recorded encounter with the famous cryptid" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1694064973000122498) 2023-08-22T19:12Z 12.1K followers, 124.8K engagements "@historyinmemes His name alone is also extremely memorable" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1694337526516060667) 2023-08-23T13:15Z 18.8K followers, [----] engagements "August [--] 1799: Napoleon I of France departed Egypt for France a move that would ultimately lead to his consolidation of power. His return marked a pivotal moment in his rise to authority as he would later become Emperor and reshape the course of European history" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1694396666508714156) 2023-08-23T17:10Z 18.8K followers, [---] engagements "August [--] 1978: Professional basketball player Kobe Bryant was born. He would have turned [--] today. Kobe played [--] seasons with the Los Angeles Lakers winning [--] championships. We miss the Mamba" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1694405895328002352) 2023-08-23T17:47Z 14.2K followers, [---] engagements "August [--] [--] BC: Octavian soon-to-be Emperor Augustus consolidated power by executing Marcus Antonius Antyllus Mark Antony's son and Caesarion Julius Caesar and Cleopatra's son ending the Ptolemaic dynasty and setting Egypt's path as a Roman province" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1694443646089933241) 2023-08-23T20:17Z 11.2K followers, [---] engagements "August [--] 394: The last known hieroglyphic inscription the Graffito of Esmet-Akhom was carved at Philae temple in Egypt. It was created during a time when the use of Egyptian hieroglyphs was declining due to the influence of Christianity and the Roman Empire" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1694610242552943007) 2023-08-24T07:19Z 14.3K followers, [---] engagements "August [--] 1814: British troops invaded Washington D.C. during the War of [----]. The Burning of Washington ensued with British forces setting fire to key government buildings including the White House and Capitol. This event marked a significant episode in the war leaving the US capital in ruins" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1694620086815039980) 2023-08-24T07:58Z 14.3K followers, [---] engagements "August [--] 1932: Amelia Earhart becomes the first woman to complete a non-stop flight across the United States at the age of [--]. Flying from Los Angeles to Newark New Jersey her journey covered approximately [----] miles and lasted around [--] hours" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1694688143281373518) 2023-08-24T12:28Z 14.2K followers, [---] engagements "August [--] 2008: The Summer Olympics in Beijing becomes the most watched event on TV ever as nearly [--] billion people tuned in 70% of world's population. Over [-----] performers participated in the opening ceremony Popular athletes in the games included Michael Phelps Usain Bolt Chris Hoy and many others" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1694765831887147236) 2023-08-24T17:37Z 14.2K followers, [---] engagements "August [--] 2011: Steve Jobs resigned as the CEO of Apple. Jobs had been a driving force behind Apple's success revolutionizing products like the iPhone iPad and Macintosh computer. Despite his resignation Jobs continued to contribute to Apple's development until his passing from a rare form of pancreatic tumor in October [----]. Below he announces the release of the first iPhone" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1694824557281222758) 2023-08-24T21:30Z 14.2K followers, [---] engagements "August [--] 1835: The Great Moon Hoax occurs. The Sun a New York newspaper ran a series of sensational articles detailing supposed groundbreaking discoveries on the Moon all falsely attributed to the prominent British astronomer Sir John Herschel. Written by Richard Adams Locke the articles described a vivid lunar landscape populated by a variety of life forms: winged humanoids bipedal bison and even advanced structures like temples made of sapphire. They painted a picture of flowing rivers and dense forests all claiming to be based on a report in the "Edinburgh Journal of Science." The story's" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1695119584981098910) 2023-08-25T17:02Z 14.2K followers, 132.6K engagements "August [--] 1997: Nintendo released GoldenEye [---] for the Nintendo [--]. This first-person shooter based on the James Bond film introduced innovative multiplayer gameplay and set standards for future shooter games. It's now considered an absolute classic in the gaming world" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1695166946961150061) 2023-08-25T20:11Z 14.2K followers, [---] engagements "@archi_tradition Barcelona" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1695182849111118204) 2023-08-25T21:14Z 14.2K followers, 19.9K engagements "@historyinmemes The inside may not be open but you can go and view it from the outside. No doubt still worth it" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1695305986528137268) 2023-08-26T05:23Z 14.2K followers, [---] engagements "August [--] 1498: Michelangelo is commissioned to carve La Piet by French Cardinal Jean de Bilhres. The sculpture captures the moment when Jesus is taken down from the cross and given to his mother Mary. It is one of Michelangelos finest works currently displayed in St. Peters Basilica" [X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/1695331026330095679) 2023-08-26T07:03Z 54.7K followers, 116.5K engagements "August [--] 1907: In San Francisco's Aquatic Park magician Harry Houdini freed himself from chains underwater in just [--] seconds. His arms were handcuffed behind his back and the ball and chain connected to his feet weighed over [--] pounds (34 kg). After this success he later performed the escape many times" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1695445550433476879) 2023-08-26T14:38Z 40.1K followers, [----] engagements "August [--] 1944: Paris celebrated its liberation from Nazi occupation. General Leclerc's 2nd Armored Division alongside Charles de Gaulle paraded down the Champs-lyses for all of Paris to see. The city had endured Nazi rule for over four years since June [----]. Despite the liberation much of Europe was still at war and many battles lay ahead before final victory against the Axis powers but it was a happy day in Paris" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1695453411549048990) 2023-08-26T15:09Z 12.5K followers, 46.7K engagements "St. Vitus Cathedral in Prague was dedicated in August [----] marking its official completion after almost [---] years of construction. It is a Gothic masterpiece situated on a hill within Prague Castle dominating the skyline of the city. Numerous architects contributed to its design over the centuries and it stands the largest and most important church in the country" [X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/1695482427689586773) 2023-08-26T17:04Z 54.7K followers, 98.7K engagements "@fasc1nate These boats were actually sold and rented by shops close by Familys would also make their own. This lasted for decades as a fun activity in Paris" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1695527577333760357) 2023-08-26T20:04Z 14.2K followers, [---] engagements "August [--] [---] BCE: The Greek warriors annihilated and put an end to Persian ambitions at the Battle of Plataea. Greatly outnumbered the Greek forces totaled [-----] warriors while the Persian army boasted [------]. This ferocious battle was the final clash of the second Persian invasion of Greece with the victory of the allied Greek forces putting a final end to the Persian empires expansion" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1695795026981462077) 2023-08-27T13:46Z 14.2K followers, 63K engagements "August [--] 410: The sacking of Rome by the Visigoths ended after three days. After two prior sieges and failed negotiations with Rome Visigoth leader Alaric sacked the city. Initially serving in the Roman military Alaric's frustrations with Roman betrayals led him to this. Despite the sack the Western Roman Empire persisted for several decades although severely weakened" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1695801592107385162) 2023-08-27T14:13Z 14.2K followers, 13.8K engagements "@Culture_Crit How will this period of architecture be discussed in [---] years" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1695817389215302031) 2023-08-27T15:15Z 14.2K followers, 35.2K engagements "August [--] 1813: Napoleon and his forces were victorious at the Battle of Dresden. Napoleon's army faced a 170000-member Coalition of Austrians Prussians and Russians. Napoleon caught wind of the enemy advance on Dresden which was defended by only [-----] of his troops. In one of historys great marches the Imperial Guard covered [--] miles (145 km) in three days and two corps of conscripts covered [---] miles (190 km) in four days giving Napoleon [-----] troops on the first day of the battle and [------] on the second. Napoleon and his men repelled the Coalition's attack achieving a decisive victory" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1695844873080131613) 2023-08-27T17:04Z 14.3K followers, 26.6K engagements "August [--] 1993: The Rainbow Bridge a 1870-foot suspension bridge over Tokyo Bay was completed. The lighting on the bridge can change depending on the season or special occasion. It is a popular attraction for both tourists and locals an impressive and enjoyable feat of engineering" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1695877156080177378) 2023-08-27T19:13Z 41.5K followers, 281K engagements "August [--] 1883: Krakatoa in Indonesia erupted in four explosions releasing energy comparable to [---] megatons of TNT. The sound traveled [----] miles (4828 km) and is considered the loudest sound in recorded history. It resulted in tsunamis and climate effects including distinct sunsets blue moons and others that persisted for years" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1695918805724361165) 2023-08-27T21:58Z 12.2K followers, [---] engagements "August [--] 1963: Martin Luther King Jr. stood at the Lincoln Memorial and addressed a massive crowd estimated at [------] people with his "I Have a Dream" speech. He famously said "I have a dream that one day this nation will rise up and live out the true meaning of its creed: 'We hold these truths to be self-evident that all men are created equal.'" This speech became a cornerstone in the civil rights movement inspiring generations to pursue equality and justice" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1696059394432413838) 2023-08-28T07:17Z 12.3K followers, 34K engagements "August [--] 1930: The last [--] residents of St Kilda a remote archipelago off Scotland's west coast were evacuated. Challenges such as a declining population and economic difficulties led the islanders to request relocation. Since then no one has lived there permanently; it's now a UNESCO World Heritage Site" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1696510995118850246) 2023-08-29T13:11Z 14.2K followers, 29.4K engagements "August [--] 2009: The Los Angeles Coroner's office said that Michael Jackson's death was a result of a homicide due to the actions of his personal physician Dr. Conrad Murray. Dr. Murray was found guilty of involuntary manslaughter in [----] for giving the lethal dose of the anesthetic propofol that led to Jackson's death" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1696630647010533730) 2023-08-29T21:07Z 16.4K followers, [----] engagements "August [--] 1939: British journalist Clare Hollingworth witnessed Germany's massive military buildup along the Polish border. Today her report for The Daily Telegraph was released warning of the impending invasion. Days later on September [--] Hitler's forces invaded Poland marking the start of World War II" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1696665420814749924) 2023-08-29T23:25Z 14.2K followers, [---] engagements "@historyinmemes Fascinating. Alcohol has had positive impacts all throughout history. Some negative ones too. This time it saved lives" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1696752976415854936) 2023-08-30T05:13Z 17.9K followers, [---] engagements "August [--] [--] AD: Roman general Titus who later became emperor ended the siege of Jerusalem a key event in the First Jewish-Roman War. The Second Temple was destroyed in the siege a devastating loss to the Jewish people. The event's anniversary Tisha B'Av remains a day of mourning. Titus would become emperor nine years later succeeding his father Emperor Vespasian in [--] AD" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1696772216778862639) 2023-08-30T06:29Z 14.3K followers, 27.2K engagements "@Culture_Crit Its in Normandy France and constructed in the 8th century. Pretty cool when the tide is high it becomes isolated from the mainland It attracts about [--] million visitors per year a pretty incredible place" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1697031821593296924) 2023-08-30T23:41Z 14.2K followers, [----] engagements "August [--] 1997: Princess Diana tragically died in a car crash while being chased by paparazzi in Paris. Formerly married to Prince Charles she was a beloved figure known for her compassion and humanitarian efforts. She was [--] years old when she passed leaving behind sons William and Harry" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1697129174631358495) 2023-08-31T06:08Z 14.2K followers, 44K engagements "Angkor located in Cambodia is a huge archaeological complex spanning [---] kilometers that was the capital of the Khmer Empire from the 9th to 15th centuries. It is the home of iconic temples such as Angkor Wat the world's largest religious monument and Angkor Thom with its Bayon temple. Over time architectural styles shifted from Hinduism to Buddhism in the complex. Its one of the most significant archeological sites in Southeast Asia" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1697305909901537596) 2023-08-31T17:50Z 16.4K followers, [----] engagements "@Culture_Crit Each time I thought I reached the best but then saw the next picture. An incredible thread Water out of stoneunreal" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1697354429455081539) 2023-08-31T21:03Z 14.2K followers, [--] engagements "@fasc1nate Current Japan how things change" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1697374989924930008) 2023-08-31T22:25Z 12.1K followers, [--] engagements "@fasc1nate They need theme music all the time moving like that" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1697390914636038596) 2023-08-31T23:28Z 14.2K followers, [--] engagements "Thoughts Will history be kind to cryptocurrencies" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1697446127220728084) 2023-09-01T03:07Z 14.3K followers, [---] engagements "August [--] 1968: Private Eye magazine reported that an upcoming John Lennon and Yoko Ono album Unfinished Music No.1: Two Virgins would feature a cover photo of the pair nude. The bold choice was very controversial leading some stores to sell it concealed in brown bags" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1697455468095132011) 2023-09-01T03:44Z 14.2K followers, [----] engagements "September [--] 1939: Germany began their invasion of Poland which started World War II the biggest and deadliest war in history. It involved more than [--] countries and caused between [--] and [--] million deaths worldwide. Over six years some major events included the Battle of Stalingrad Battle of Midway Battle of the Bulge D-Day the Battle of Berlin the Holocaust and atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki. WWII ended in [----] with an Allied victory - may there never be another war like it" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1697586044064198722) 2023-09-01T12:23Z 14.3K followers, 29.9K engagements "September [--] 1914: Russia changed the name of St. Petersburg to Petrograd. The name change was part of a push to remove German-sounding names during World War I due to anti-German sentiment in Russia. Petrograd essentially means Peter's City. The name would change again in [----] to Leningrad after the death of Vladimir Lenin. Then in [----] after the dissolution of the Soviet Union the city's original name St. Petersburg was restored" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1697604894944084379) 2023-09-01T13:38Z 12.4K followers, [----] engagements "Thank you everyone for the awesome support and feedback Its been so amazing cant wait to share more with you" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1697615744601862598) 2023-09-01T14:21Z 14.2K followers, [----] engagements "September [--] 1715: King Louis XIV of France died after a 72-year reign the longest of any European monarch. He is well known for his centralization of power the construction of the Palace of Versailles contributions to the arts and military conquests. Known as the Sun King Louis XIV's reign is often regarded as the pinnacle of the absolute monarchy in France. The phrase "L'tat c'est moi" (I am the state) is commonly attributed to him" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1697622141553062310) 2023-09-01T14:47Z 17.7K followers, [----] engagements "September [--] 1807: Former US Vice President Aaron Burr was tried for treason in Richmond Virginia. He was accused of plotting an independent empire in the western U.S. territories and Mexico. His plans termed the "Burr Conspiracy" were exposed by General James Wilkinson. Chief Justice John Marshall presided and due to insufficient evidence Burr was acquitted. This was one of the first trials for treason in the US" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1697665198075809995) 2023-09-01T17:38Z 14.2K followers, [----] engagements "Historically in Himalayan cultures spanning countries like Nepal India and Bhutan snow leopards were revered as mountain spirits or deities in animal form. Their elusive nature made them symbols of purity and guardians of the mountains. To this day they are the subject of folktales and shamans often seek guidance from these impressive animals. It makes sense as some in the past have likely witnessed situations similar to the one below" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1697696478326821344) 2023-09-01T19:42Z 14.2K followers, [----] engagements "September [--] 1666: The Great Fire of London began raging for four straight days. Starting in a bakery on Pudding Lane it wiped out [-----] houses [--] churches and many key buildings. The aftermath led to changes like wider streets increased use of brick and stone for buildings and improved firefighting services to name a few. Its one of the most devastating fires in history" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1697862637835682279) 2023-09-02T06:42Z 12.1K followers, 105.3K engagements "September [--] 2013: At [--] years old Diana Nyad became the first person to swim from Cuba to the U.S. without a shark cage. Covering [---] miles in just under [--] hours she had made four other attempts previously but all were unsuccessful. She is still the only person to complete the swim without a shark cage" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1698150009261498798) 2023-09-03T01:44Z 12K followers, [----] engagements "September [--] 1189: Richard the Lionheart was crowned King of England. Known for leading the Third Crusade he spent as little as six months of his ten-year reign in England. He was called Lionheart because of his fierce leadership in battle. Though his military campaigns were costly for the kingdom he successfully secured rights for Christians to visit Jerusalem through negotiations with Saladin. He remains a defining figure in English history" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1698326147862540469) 2023-09-03T13:24Z 14.2K followers, 43K engagements "September [--] 1783: The American Revolutionary War ended with the signing of the Treaty of Paris. This agreement meant the British Empire recognized the independence of the United States. It marked the boundaries of the new country and arranged for the withdrawal of British troops. This laid the foundation for the United States to become its own nation" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1698342271153050040) 2023-09-03T14:28Z 14.2K followers, [----] engagements "September [--] 1944: Holocaust diarist Anne Frank and her family were transported from the Westerbork transit camp to Auschwitz concentration camp. This marked a tragic turn in her short life and she eventually perished in Bergen-Belsen camp in early [----]. Her diary was found and later published by her father the only surviving member of the Frank family" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1698356991918522774) 2023-09-03T15:27Z 14.2K followers, [----] engagements "September [--] 1950: Giuseppe Farina won the Italian Grand Prix in Monza. With this win he secured enough points to be crowned the first Formula One World Drivers' Champion the beginning of a new era in motorsports. While formula one races had been going since the 1920s [----] was the first FIA Formula One World Championship season" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1698475271890842098) 2023-09-03T23:17Z 14.8K followers, [----] engagements "September [--] 2006: Steve Irwin Australian wildlife expert known as the "Crocodile Hunter" tragically passed away at [--] due to an injury from a stingray while filming near Queensland Australia. During his life Steve brought wildlife conservation and education to the public with his awesome personality and fearless interaction with animals. The world mourned his loss but today his legacy lives on through his wife and two children who follow in his footsteps" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1698579570289782799) 2023-09-04T06:11Z 14.3K followers, 79.7K engagements "September [--] 1651: After his defeat at Worcester Charles II fled from Parliamentarian forces. Disguised as a countryman and rubbing his face with soot he evaded capture even hiding in an oak tree. For years he lived in exile in Europe. The political instability following Oliver Cromwell's death led to Charles's return. Welcomed back in [----] he restored the monarchy marking the end of England's republican experiment" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1698705014712316126) 2023-09-04T14:30Z 14.2K followers, [----] engagements "September [--] 1842: Work on the Cologne Cathedral resumed after a 284-year pause. The construction had started in [----] and stopped in the 16th century. Its completion in [----] was spurred by a rise in German nationalism and a romantic appreciation for Gothic architecture. Today it remains a symbol of Cologne and is one of the most renowned Gothic cathedrals in the world" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1698722939951288452) 2023-09-04T15:41Z 14.3K followers, [----] engagements "In [----] a geothermal company drilled a test well in Washoe County Nevada. The water they found was not hot enough to use so they plugged up the well but the seal didnt hold and water began erupting. Over the years it led to the creation of Fly Geyser with the colors coming from thermophilic (heat-loving) algae that thrive off the mineral-rich water. Its pretty spectacular" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1698756371356024976) 2023-09-04T17:54Z 14.2K followers, [----] engagements "September [--] 1960: Cassius Clay later known as Muhammad Ali won gold in the light heavyweight boxing division at the Rome Olympics. After turning professional he went on to become the three time world heavyweight champion. The gold medal in the Rome Olympics is often cited as the starting point of his rise to global fame" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1698942168801702112) 2023-09-05T06:12Z 14.2K followers, 39.6K engagements "September [--] 1946: Freddie Mercury the iconic lead vocalist of Queen was born in Stone Town Zanzibar (now part of Tanzania). His birth name was Farrokh Bulsara. Known for his flamboyant presence and powerful vocals he co-wrote classic songs like "Bohemian Rhapsody and We Are the Champions. Tragically he died from AIDS-related complications in [----]. He is an all time rock legend" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1699050607829778598) 2023-09-05T13:23Z 12.4K followers, 29.3K engagements "September [--] 1959: The UK Post Office unveiled new direct dial payphones allowing users to dial without operator assistance. Payment was made post-connection using three pence six pence or one shilling coins. Although the iconic red telephone booths had been around since the 1920s this innovation made the calling process much easier" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1699068041991233597) 2023-09-05T14:32Z 14.2K followers, [----] engagements "Is there a more awe-inspiring church than St. Peter's Basilica What a masterpiece indeed" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1699185963258560865) 2023-09-05T22:21Z 12.4K followers, [----] engagements "September [--] 2007: Luciano Pavarotti an iconic Italian tenor passed away at [--]. Renowned for his sublime voice Pavarotti was a cornerstone in opera and popular music bridging genres effortlessly. With unparalleled charisma and talent his career spanned decades solidifying him as an international musical legend. Below is an example of Pavarotti bridging genres as he performs Its a Mans World with James Brown in 2002" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1699309502049448205) 2023-09-06T06:32Z 14.2K followers, 26.9K engagements "September [--] 1916: Clarence Saunders opened Piggly Wiggly in Memphis TN the first true supermarket. It introduced new experiences like self-service shopping and checkout stands changing from the grocery industrys primarily full-service model. A real visionary we still see Saunders' concepts today in modern grocery stores" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1699490776017674687) 2023-09-06T18:32Z 14.2K followers, [----] engagements "@Culture_Crit Pandemonium is intense" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1699512295494140013) 2023-09-06T19:58Z 14.3K followers, 70.8K engagements "@Culture_Crit @elonmusk Makes sense" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1699539372566073603) 2023-09-06T21:45Z 12.1K followers, [---] engagements "September [--] 1940: The Blitz began and London was bombed for [--] of the next [--] nights by the German Luftwaffe. Other key cities and ports were also severely bombed with [-----] civilian deaths in total. Yet the UK's morale and war production remained resilient partly due to Germany's scattered tactics and inaccurate intelligence. There was no surrender and the Luftwaffe eventually had to suspend bombing runs" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1699725894909055122) 2023-09-07T10:06Z 14.2K followers, 47.6K engagements "@archi_tradition @ExploreWithEd Looks so peaceful" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1699744648611111195) 2023-09-07T11:21Z 14.2K followers, [---] engagements "@archi_tradition Still need to make it to Madrid but Barcelona is incredible" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1699872750058242392) 2023-09-07T19:50Z 14.2K followers, [----] engagements "September [--] 1858: Abraham Lincoln is popularly believed to have said "You can fool all the people some of the time and some of the people all the time but you cannot fool all the people all the time" during a speech in Clinton Illinois. The fact that he actually said this is debated but it is consistent with many other wise quotes from him during his presidency" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1700141183966793900) 2023-09-08T13:37Z 14.2K followers, [----] engagements "September [--] 1429: During the Hundred Years' War King Charles VII and Joan of Arc attacked Paris trying to reclaim it from English control. Joan of Arc led the charge but faced heavy resistance and after four hours of fighting Charles VII ordered a retreat. Joan was wounded in the thigh by a crossbow. While Charles VII failed to take Paris it did turn the tide of the war in favor of the French as the English began to lose more and more territory in France" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1700160332151345418) 2023-09-08T14:53Z 14.3K followers, 39.7K engagements "September [--] 1974: Evel Knievel attempted his jump across Snake River Canyon in Idaho using a rocket called Skycycle X-2. The stunt failed when the parachute opened too soon causing him to drift into the canyon below. He landed safely but the jump ultimately failed. During his career he completed over [--] ramp-to-ramp motorcycle jumps but this attempt is very unique and stands out from his other daring stunts" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1700175732801257770) 2023-09-08T15:54Z 18.2K followers, [----] engagements "September [--] 2015: Archaeologists discovered Superhenge a massive stone monument just two miles away from Stonehenge and 15x larger. They used ground penetrating radar and identified about [--] buried stones some up to [--] feet tall. This hidden arrangement of stones which is believed to have been erected around [----] years ago is thought to be a religious site or burial site from the Neolithic age" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1700191068019634444) 2023-09-08T16:55Z 14.3K followers, [----] engagements "September [--] 1664: After days of negotiations English forces took control of New Amsterdam the Dutch settlement on Manhattan Island. The [---] English soldiers and four warships were led by Colonel Richard Nicolls. Without a single shot fired the Dutch surrendered their colony to Nicolls which was promptly renamed New York in honor of the Duke of York. New York then became an essential English colonial port" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1700220506878914777) 2023-09-08T18:52Z 14.3K followers, [----] engagements "@Culture_Crit Cant forget Rembrandt" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1700247931142680828) 2023-09-08T20:41Z 14.2K followers, [----] engagements "519 years ago Great question by James is it the most beautiful piece of art ever created" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1700256056931389744) 2023-09-08T21:13Z 12.5K followers, [----] engagements "September [--] 1000: The Battle of Svolder took place when King Olaf Tryggvason of Norway was ambushed by other Scandinavian rulers. It is said to be one of the greatest naval battles of the Viking age. King Olaf's ship the Long Serpent was the most famous and the largest of the ships present. Despite being outnumbered Olaf and his men put up a fierce fight but in the end they were defeated. The legend says King Olaf jumped into the sea at the end instead of being captured by his enemies" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1700488665322193178) 2023-09-09T12:37Z 14.2K followers, 21.8K engagements "September [--] 2017: Egyptian archaeologists uncovered a tomb in Draa Abul-Naga Luxor belonging to a goldsmith named Amenemhat and his family. Dating back to the New Kingdom period approximately [----] years ago the tomb was replete with statues mummies pottery and other artifacts offering a glimpse into the life of that era" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1700502050340311459) 2023-09-09T13:30Z 14.3K followers, 33.2K engagements "September [--] 2020: San Francisco Bay Area was engulfed by dark orange skies. The eerie hue came from thick wildfire smoke trapped by a marine layer. The air quality reached hazardous levels of over [---] AQI at its worst. These atmospheric events are rare and emphasize how crazy the [----] fire season was and [----] in general Many likened the view to the red sky in Bladerunner (comparison picture 1)" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1700515408128975216) 2023-09-09T14:24Z 14.3K followers, [----] engagements "September [--] 1513: The Battle of Flodden took place. English forces led by the Earl of Surrey clashed with a larger Scottish army under King James IV near Branxton Northumberland. The Scots supporting their French allies suffered a crushing defeat. James IV leading [-----] Scots against [-----] English became the last British monarch killed in battle" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1700535960159850870) 2023-09-09T15:45Z 14.2K followers, [----] engagements "September [--] 1942: A Japanese submarine surfaced off Oregon's coast launching a floatplane piloted by Nobuo Fujita. He dropped incendiary bombs near Mount Emily Oregon trying to ignite forest fires to divert resources and scare the general American public. However the fires were swiftly contained. This was the only aircraft bombing on the US mainland during WWII" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1700569296211226944) 2023-09-09T17:58Z 14.2K followers, 43.2K engagements "Adam's Peak also known as Sri Pada in Sri Lanka is a revered mountain for several religions with a human footprint on the summit. Buddhists believe the footprint is Buddha's. Hindus attribute it to Shiva while Christians and Muslims consider it Adam's first earthly footprint. Pilgrims from each of these religions make the [----] foot (2243m) climb every year to see the print generally between December and May" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1700585554096832674) 2023-09-09T19:02Z 14.2K followers, [----] engagements "September [--] 1945: Mike the chicken was beheaded by farmer Lloyd Olsen of Fruita Colorado but continued to live for the next [--] months. After Mike survived Lloyd entered him into a touring sideshow company that went all around the US. The anomaly of Mike the headless chicken achieved national fame and recognition until he passed in March of 1947" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1700847833132511280) 2023-09-10T12:24Z 14.3K followers, 39K engagements "September [--] 1608: John Smith was elected president of Jamestown the first successful English settlement in North America. Initially imprisoned and nearly hanged during the voyage Smith's leadership became essential for Jamestown's survival. He established trade relations with local Native American tribes but at one point was captured and saved by Pocahontas. This tale though debated by historians is one of the most famous from the period" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1700860767850070417) 2023-09-10T13:16Z 14.2K followers, [----] engagements "September [--] 1989: Deion Sanders hit a homer for the Yankees and a few days later he scored his first NFL touchdown with a 68-yard punt return. Deion or Prime Time was one of the few athletes to compete at a high level in both the NFL and the MLB. He was a special athlete and has continued being exceptional into his coaching career now with Colorado" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1700875523080278102) 2023-09-10T14:15Z 13.2K followers, [----] engagements "September [--] 1940: Buckingham Palace was hit by German bombs during the London Blitz of World War II. King George VI and Queen Elizabeth were inside the palace at the time but remained unharmed. The damage the bombing caused was repaired after the war ended" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1700892264372072745) 2023-09-10T15:21Z 12.1K followers, 25.4K engagements "September [--] 1984: The show Jeopardy premiered with Alex Trebek as the host. This marked the beginning of Trebek's iconic three decade Jeopardy career. The show aired for households five days a week which over time solidified Trebeks status as a television icon. His distinctive hosting style combined with the show's unique format quickly made it a beloved cultural staple" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1700908662574006703) 2023-09-10T16:26Z 13.2K followers, [----] engagements "September [--] 1966: Muhammad Ali defended his heavyweight boxing title by defeating German boxer Karl Mildenberger. The fight took place in Frankfurt Germany and Ali won by a Technical Knockout in the 12th round. Mildenberger a skilled southpaw was a challenge for Ali but" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1700923706145689914) 2023-09-10T17:26Z 14.2K followers, [--] engagements "@archi_tradition Incredible" [X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/1700942950224826752) 2023-09-10T18:42Z [--] followers, [---] engagements "@historyinmemes Very strong women of Weinberg" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1700950184560320665) 2023-09-10T19:11Z 14.5K followers, [---] engagements "@UmarBzv This comes out to 3% - 4% of the worlds population. A terrible loss" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1700958990304518339) 2023-09-10T19:46Z 14.2K followers, [----] engagements "@JamesLucasIT Had not heard of that legend. Amazing story" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1700962429394694359) 2023-09-10T20:00Z 18.4K followers, [---] engagements "@historyinmemes Seems like it motivated him to make it permanent" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1701004511484277093) 2023-09-10T22:47Z 12K followers, [----] engagements "@UmarBzv Incredible" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1701009214041428332) 2023-09-10T23:06Z 14.3K followers, [---] engagements "September [--] 2001: The September [--] terrorist attacks occurred in the U.S. Nineteen al-Qaeda militants hijacked four planes. Two crashed into New York's Twin Towers which caused them to collapse. Another hit the Pentagon in Virginia while the fourth United [--] crashed in Pennsylvania after passengers intervened. Nearly [----] people were killed which is the highest death count related to a terrorism event in U.S. history" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1701187826333966484) 2023-09-11T10:55Z 14.2K followers, 84.5K engagements "September [--] [--] AD: The disastrous Battle of Teutoburg Forest ended after four days of fighting. Rome wanted to expand east of the Rhine and appointed governor Varus with the task. Germanic chieftain Arminius once a Roman ally secretly united tribes against Rome. Varus was lured into Teutoburg Forest and his 15000-20000 men were ambushed on tough terrain. The loss was devastating and back in Rome a distraught Augustus would periodically cry out Varus give me back my legions The Rhine became Rome's boundary in the northwest for the next several centuries" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1701236270440055183) 2023-09-11T14:08Z 13.2K followers, [----] engagements "September [--] 1503: Michelangelo began sculpting the [--] apostles after receiving a contract from the Consuls of the Wool Guild in Florence. However when Michelangelo left for Rome the contract was cancelled and the project was never completed. Only one apostle St. Matthew was partially finished and is now on display in Florence at the same museum as Michelangelos David. The partially finished statue provides an incredible look into Michelangelos sculpting process" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1701251591523766300) 2023-09-11T15:09Z 12.4K followers, [----] engagements "September [--] 1297: At the Battle of Stirling Bridge Scottish forces led by William Wallace and Andrew de Moray used a narrow bridge to split and defeat a larger English army. They let part of the English army cross then the Scottish warriors attacked trapping them. The Scots won decisively which was a turning point in the war and Wallace was knighted after the battle and became "Guardian of Scotland."" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1701269478355657170) 2023-09-11T16:20Z 14.2K followers, [----] engagements "September [--] 1906: Mahatma Gandhi introduced the term Satyagraha which was foundational to his philosophy - the idea was to resist oppression without resorting to violence. This term was coined in South Africa where Gandhi spent [--] years fighting racial injustice of Indians. After his time there he departed back to India in [----] and was central in bringing independence to the country" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1701290112863314334) 2023-09-11T17:42Z 14.2K followers, [---] engagements "The "Door to Hell" is a fiery crater in Turkmenistan's Karakum Desert. In [----] Soviet geologists were drilling but accidentally hit an underground cavern filled with gas. The ground collapsed creating a large crater measuring about [--] meters in diameter. The geologists decided to burn off the gas expecting it would burn out within a few weeks. However the crater has been burning continuously since then resembling what a gateway to the underworld might look like in the middle of the desert" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1701314424898986094) 2023-09-11T19:19Z 12.3K followers, [----] engagements "September [--] 1229: Ogedei Khan was elected the Great Khan of the Mongol Empire succeeding his father Genghis Khan. His reign was a blend of traditional Mongol nomadic culture and the administrative needs of the vast territories he controlled. Under Ogedei's leadership the empire saw significant expansion into territories such as Central Asia the Korean Peninsula and even into Eastern Europe" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1701331129125749169) 2023-09-11T20:25Z 14.3K followers, [----] engagements "September [--] [---] BC: The Athenians faced off against the Persians in the Battle of Marathon. While the exact date is a matter of debate among historians experts like August Bckh suggest September [--] as the likely day. This battle was King Darius I's initial attempt at conquering Greece. The outnumbered Athenian forces with help from Plataean allies soundly defeated the Persians and set the precedent throughout Greece for years to come that the Persians could be beaten" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1701469180829331783) 2023-09-12T05:33Z 14.2K followers, 40.7K engagements "September [--] 1983: Arnold Schwarzenegger became an American citizen. Born in Austria Schwarzenegger moved to the United States in the late 1960s to further his career in bodybuilding. He would later achieve immense success in Hollywood and even serve as the Governor of California from [----] to 2011" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1701558787902226631) 2023-09-12T11:30Z 14.2K followers, [----] engagements "September [--] 1940: France's Lascaux cave paintings were accidentally discovered by [--] year old Marcel Ravidat and his dog Robot. These [-----] year old artworks located in the Dordogne region rank among the most significant examples of Upper Paleolithic art vividly illustrating large prehistoric animals. After initially opening to the public in [----] the cave paintings began to deteriorate. They were then shut down in [----] and restored to their original state" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1701588117592121845) 2023-09-12T13:26Z 18.8K followers, 20.2K engagements "September [--] 1992: Astronaut Mae Jemison became the first African-American woman to travel to space serving as a mission specialist aboard the Space Shuttle Endeavour. In addition to her historic journey into space Jemison is also a medical doctor engineer and educator. She continues to inspire many in the fields of space exploration and science today" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1701617865642942894) 2023-09-12T15:24Z 13.2K followers, [----] engagements "September [--] 2003: Johnny Cash passed away. He was one of America's most influential musicians with his blend of country rock and blues. He dominated music charts for decades with incredible hits like Ring of Fire and Folsom Prison Blues. Known as the Man in Black Cash won multiple Grammy Awards and left a lasting musical legacy after he passed" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1701645843693199762) 2023-09-12T17:15Z 14.2K followers, [----] engagements "@historyinmemes And look at him now. Kindness goes a long way" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1701660970047922560) 2023-09-12T18:16Z 14.3K followers, [---] engagements "September [--] 2018: The theme of the day is cave discoveries apparently Researchers uncovered one of the oldest known human drawings in Blombos Cave South Africa. The approximately [-----] year old design resembling a hashtag was crafted with red ochre on a silcrete flake (cemented layer of crust). This discovery provides a view into early Homo sapiens' behavior and abilities" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1701672856600584546) 2023-09-12T19:03Z 12.4K followers, [----] engagements "September [--] 122: Construction began on Hadrian's Wall in Northern England. Commissioned by Roman Emperor Hadrian this [--] mile fortification stretched from coast to coast marking the northern boundary of the Roman province of Britannia. It served both as defense against" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1701828955769389505) 2023-09-13T05:23Z 14.2K followers, [---] engagements "September [--] [---] BC: The temple of Jupiter Optimus Maximus was dedicated. It was situated on Capitoline Hill one of Rome's seven hills and it overlooked the Roman Forum making it a central and dominant structure in ancient Rome. The temple was dedicated to the Capitoline" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1701914996295561578) 2023-09-13T11:05Z 14.2K followers, [--] engagements "September [--] 1782: During the Great Siege of Gibraltar in the American War of Independence a massive French and Spanish force launched the Grand Assault to recapture Gibraltar from the British. General George Elliott commanded the British defenders and repelled the attack. The" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1701947057391731011) 2023-09-13T13:12Z 14.3K followers, [--] engagements "September [--] [--] AD: Roman Emperor Titus reign ended when he passed away from a fever. Titus ruled from 79-81 AD and is recognized for significant accomplishments during his brief reign. He oversaw the completion of the Colosseum and responded to the devastating eruption of Mount Vesuvius providing relief to affected regions. Though his time as emperor was short Titus left an lasting mark on Roman history with his projects and compassionate governance" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1701977680600776895) 2023-09-13T15:14Z 16.7K followers, [----] engagements "September [--] 1501: Today marks the beginning of Michelangelos long endeavor of sculpting the Statue of David which took him three years to complete. He worked on the statue in a workshop situated next to the Florence Cathedral. Michelangelo used a direct carving technique" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1702005490975379656) 2023-09-13T17:05Z 14.4K followers, [---] engagements "An incredible structure. The Colosseum is the world's largest standing ancient amphitheater. Built from 72-80 AD during the Flavian dynasty it's made of travertine tuff and concrete. It seated [-----] people (larger than many modern stadiums) for gladiator fights re-enactments of famous battles and more. Over the centuries it has been damaged from earthquakes and even robbers but it remains an iconic Roman symbol and is one of the New Seven Wonders of the World" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1702024579940761754) 2023-09-13T18:20Z 14.3K followers, [----] engagements "September [--] 1812: After Napoleon's capture of Moscow a massive fire engulfed the city destroying nearly three-quarters of it. While the exact cause remains debated it is generally believed the Russians intentionally set it to deny the French resources. The devastation and lack of supplies forced Napoleon's retreat which proved disastrous for the Grande Arme. The fire combined with the Russian winter and guerrilla attacks decimated Napoleon's forces setting the stage for his eventual downfall" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1702189309712007545) 2023-09-14T05:15Z 12.6K followers, 47.5K engagements "September [--] 1975: Rembrandt's masterpiece "The Night Watch" was severely damaged when a disturbed schoolteacher slashed the painting multiple times with a knife. This attack particularly harmed the area depicting the main figures (picture 1). A meticulous restoration process followed and while the painting was mostly restored some marks from the damage remain visible upon close inspection (picture 2). The incident led to increased security measures for the painting" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1702302330715296037) 2023-09-14T12:44Z 14.2K followers, [----] engagements "September [--] 1985: The Penang Bridge opened as Malaysia's longest bridge spanning approximately [---] miles (13.5 km) and connecting Penang Island to the mainland. Before its construction ferries were the primary means of transportation between the two. Its title as the longest bridge was later claimed by the Penang Second Bridge spanning [--] miles (24 km) in [----] due to traffic demands" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1702324329147666614) 2023-09-14T14:12Z 12.5K followers, [----] engagements ""The School of Athens" is a fresco in the Vatican's Apostolic Palace that Raphael completed in [----]. It portrays philosophers mathematicians and scientists from Ancient Greece including Plato Aristotle Pythagoras Archimedes and Heraclitus. Considered by many a defining piece of the era it epitomizes the Renaissance spirit. It celebrates the synthesis of classical wisdom and the renewed interest in science art and literature during Raphael's time" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1702340913530651025) 2023-09-14T15:17Z 14.3K followers, 22K engagements "September [--] 1180: The Battle of Ishibashiyama marked the beginning of the Genpei War between Japan's Taira and Minamoto clans led by Yoritomo. Yoritomos smaller force took a defensive position on top of Mount Ishibashi but the Taira surprise attacked at night. Despite their defeat and Yoritomo's narrow escape this battle initiated the Taira's eventual decline and the rise of the Minamoto's Kamakura Shogunate" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1702359771343626630) 2023-09-14T16:32Z 14.3K followers, [----] engagements "September [--] 1940: On this day during the Battle of Britain the Royal Air Force (RAF) decisively repelled a major Luftwaffe assault. The inspired RAF lost only [--] aircraft while the Germans lost between 57-61. This was the pivotal day in preventing a German invasion of Britain. (Pictured: RAF Ace Albert Gerald Lewis post battle)" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1702556540279136308) 2023-09-15T05:34Z 14.2K followers, 20.7K engagements "September [--] 1254: Marco Polo was born. The Italian merchant is known for his extensive travels throughout Asia documented by Rustichello da Pisa in "The Travels of Marco Polo." Polo introduced Europeans to Central Asia and China and his detailed observations and tales shaped" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1702651805271003341) 2023-09-15T11:53Z 14.3K followers, [---] engagements "September [--] 1835: After nearly four years since departing England Charles Darwin and the HMS Beagle reached the Galpagos Islands. The unique species Darwin observed especially the diverse finches profoundly influenced his theory of evolution by natural selection" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1702671887174926734) 2023-09-15T13:13Z 12.1K followers, [----] engagements "September [--] 2021: SpaceX launched Inspiration4 from Cape Canaveral marking the first civilian only spaceflight in history. All four civilians received astronaut training from SpaceX prior which set a new precedent for who can access space" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1702707874890457566) 2023-09-15T15:36Z 14.2K followers, [---] engagements "September [--] 1916: Tanks were used in warfare for the first time during the Battle of the Somme. The Mark I had a maximum speed of about [--] mph carried a crew of eight and was armed with two 6-pounder naval guns and machine guns. Despite the slow speed and mechanical issues its use was a significant shift in battlefield tactics paving the way for modern armored warfare. (Pictured: Mark I prototype Little Willie)" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1702743818448281900) 2023-09-15T17:58Z 17.9K followers, [----] engagements "@archi_tradition @world_walkerz If I visited Rome and could only see one placeit would be the Pantheon" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1702762194381967633) 2023-09-15T19:11Z 14.2K followers, [--] engagements "@Culture_Crit The city was initially founded by Spanish explorer Pedro de Mendoza in 1536" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1702793499253649794) 2023-09-15T21:16Z 14.2K followers, [--] engagements "September [--] 1620: The Pilgrims started their voyage on the Mayflower to escape religious persecution from the Church of England. There were [---] members of the congregation on board many young as the older members would follow when a settlement had been built. Upon seeing land after the difficult [--] week trip they decided to established the Mayflower Compact which was one of the earliest forms of self-governance in the New World. The Pilgrims founded Plymouth Colony in what's now Massachusetts" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1702939420146758090) 2023-09-16T06:56Z 14.2K followers, 27.8K engagements "The kocjan Caves in Slovenia are a remarkable cave system situated on the Karst Plateau. Posidonius of Apamea a stoic philosopher and historian referenced the caves in the 2nd century B.C. which is their first known written account. However archeological evidence suggests they were inhabited in prehistoric times. The caves are one of the largest known underground canyons in the world and are considered a natural treasure" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1703032234377445698) 2023-09-16T13:05Z 17.7K followers, 56.2K engagements "@pintosjavi So cool. Youll have to check kocjan out next" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1703042080447381974) 2023-09-16T13:44Z 14.2K followers, [--] engagements "September [--] 1979: Two East German families the Strelzyks and Wetzels made a daring escape to West Germany using a homemade hot air balloon. Crafting it secretly over [--] months they made several attempts before it worked. In the dead of night they launched from Thuringian" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1703070876466544761) 2023-09-16T15:38Z 14.2K followers, [--] engagements "September [--] 1847: Shakespeares birthplace in Stratford-upon-Avon was preserved. It was acquired by The Shakespeare Birthplace Trust who also went on to acquire several other sites important to Shakespeare. The home was originally built in the 16th century and housed William and his family throughout his childhood. This acquisition ensured one part of Shakespeares legacy will last for years to come" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1703092666605687063) 2023-09-16T17:05Z 14.3K followers, [----] engagements "September [--] 1810: Mexico's separation from Spain began in the town of Dolores Hidalgo. Father Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla a Creole priest rang his church bells calling locals to rise against Spanish colonial rule. This event termed "Grito de Dolores" ignited Mexico's War of" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1703131305259806826) 2023-09-16T19:38Z 14.2K followers, [--] engagements "@KnowledgeArchiv Not from me I like this style of learning I think its engaging and adds to the story. But as you do more Ill let you know if anything stands out" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1703135223528239117) 2023-09-16T19:54Z 14.2K followers, [--] engagements "September [--] 1849: Harriet Tubman escaped from slavery in Maryland. Over the next decade she made [--] trips to the South leading around [---] slaves to freedom including several members of her own family. The network of bringing the rescued slaves to safety was called the Underground Railroad. Tubman was the railroads most famous conductor and became known as the Moses of her people. Legend says she never lost a fugitive she was leading to freedom" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1703304530598003175) 2023-09-17T07:07Z 14.3K followers, 38.5K engagements "@rmasur Glad you heard about it" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1703305373850198238) 2023-09-17T07:10Z 14.3K followers, [--] engagements "September [--] 1954: Sir William Golding's "Lord of the Flies" was published. The novel tells the story of British boys stranded on an island after their plane crashes. Without adults they try to create order but chaos takes over. Golding explores how easily civilization can break down and the wild side of human nature. It's a widely studied book in schools and is considered a classic" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1703395664342974713) 2023-09-17T13:09Z 14.3K followers, [----] engagements "The Acropolis of Athens is a historic citadel located on a hilltop above Athens Greece. The Parthenon is the most well known structure built by Pericles in the 5th century BC. It is an incredible site and a testament to the wonder of Ancient Greece" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1703411823960375752) 2023-09-17T14:13Z 12.1K followers, 32.5K engagements "September [--] 1787: The U.S. Constitution was signed in Philadelphia by leaders including James Madison Benjamin Franklin and Alexander Hamilton. The document crafted after months of debate established America's federal system and its three branches. It was ratified by nine states in [----] with the Bill of Rights added in [----]. (Pictured: Oil painting of the signing by Howard Chandler Christy completed in 1940)" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1703439372484592012) 2023-09-17T16:02Z 14.3K followers, [----] engagements "September [--] 1850: San Francisco faced its fourth great fire devastating a large part of downtown. It started in a paint shop and spread fast as the buildings of the city were highly flammable since they had been stood up quickly due to the gold rush. The city's lack of an organized fire department and water supply also hindered firefighting efforts. This was the fourth of seven major San Francisco fires that devastated the city between [----] and 1851" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1703468062715093386) 2023-09-17T17:56Z 11.9K followers, [----] engagements "September [--] 1862: The Battle of Antietam near Sharpsburg Maryland became the bloodiest single day of the American Civil War with over [-----] casualties (includes killed wounded and missing). While neither the Union nor Confederate side claimed a clear victory the battle stopped General Robert E. Lee's invasion of the North. The outcome emboldened President Lincoln to issue the Emancipation Proclamation declaring that all slaves in Confederate territories would be set free" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1703484833627082766) 2023-09-17T19:03Z 11.8K followers, [----] engagements "Machu Picchu is an ancient Inca site in the Andes Mountains of Peru. Introduced to the West by Hiram Bingham in [----] its purpose remains debated but latest archeological evidence suggests it likely served as a royal retreat. Its isolation in the dense forest kept it hidden from Spanish conquerors helping it remain largely intact. Another aspect impacting Machu Picchus preservation is the incredible stonework by the Incas with many structures still standing after [---] years" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1703650799195414801) 2023-09-18T06:02Z 14.2K followers, 40.3K engagements "September [--] 1454: The Teutonic Knights defeated the larger Polish army at the Battle of Chojnice during the Thirteen Years War. Initially Polish cavalry broke Teutonic lines but a Teutonic surprise attack from the rear allowed a counteroffensive which turned the tide. In the aftermath the Poles suffered heavy losses with [----] dead and key commanders captured while the Teutonic Knights lost only [---] men" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1703732066100371485) 2023-09-18T11:25Z 14.2K followers, [----] engagements "September [--] 1970: Jimi Hendrix the iconic guitarist and songwriter passed away. Known for blending rock blues and psychedelia Hendrix will always be one of rock musics all time greats - who else can play a solo without their hands (See video)" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1703759813094863182) 2023-09-18T13:16Z 14.2K followers, 13.1K engagements "September [--] 1973: Future President Jimmy Carter filed a report with the International UFO Bureau recalling a [----] UFO sighting in Leary Georgia. Carter along with 10-12 witnesses described a bright object changing colors in the sky before it flew away. During his [----] campaign Carter promised to disclose all UFO information. However as president he cited national security concerns as a reason for not releasing certain details" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1703781419557015564) 2023-09-18T14:41Z 14.2K followers, [----] engagements "September [--] 1851: The New York Times published its first issue. Founded by Henry Jarvis Raymond and George Jones it aimed to deliver news objectively which differed from the era's sensationalist journalism. The paper adopted the mantra "All the News That's Fit to Print" in [----] showing its commitment to unbiased reporting. It has since become one of the most influential newspapers in the United States and around the world winning numerous Pulitzer Prizes" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1703806737596514790) 2023-09-18T16:22Z 14.2K followers, [----] engagements "September [--] 1793: President George Washington laid the cornerstone for the United States Capitol building in Washington D.C. This event marked the construction of one of the most iconic and important buildings in the U.S. The cornerstone contains a time capsule which according to records might hold items like newspapers and a George Washington-autographed Bible although its exact contents remain a mystery as it has never been opened" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1703830546722472196) 2023-09-18T17:57Z 14.2K followers, [----] engagements "September [--] 1957: The first U.S. underground nuclear detonation test occurred. It was called the Ranier test part of a larger series of nuclear detonations in Nevada named Operation Plumbbob. Nevada was the U.S.' primary nuclear testing location from 1951-1992 with over [---] nuclear tests being conducted. You can see the aftermath of the craters below" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1704016993727488173) 2023-09-19T06:18Z 14.2K followers, 29.7K engagements "Table Mountain is one of the most famous landmarks of South Africa. It is surrounded by pre-historic archeological sites dating back to the Stone Age with examples of rock art and stone tools from the ancient inhabitants. Said to be [---] million years old which is older than the Himalayas Rockies and the Andes the mountain is home to over [----] species of plants many of which cant be found anywhere else in the world. Locally there are plenty of myths and legends about Table Mountain. The most well known is of the pirate Van Hunks and his smoking contest with the Devil which explains the" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1704124414596718990) 2023-09-19T13:24Z 16.4K followers, 21K engagements "September [--] 1893: New Zealand made history by becoming the first country to grant all women the right to vote. Led by Kate Sheppard (pictured) a [-----] signature petition was presented to the New Zealand Parliament the largest petition they ever received. This led to the passage of the Electoral Act of [----] which recognized the voting rights of women over [--]. It was a pivotal moment in the global women's suffrage movement as other countries started to follow suit" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1704144047043232231) 2023-09-19T14:42Z 12.7K followers, [----] engagements "In the Roman Colosseum there were two important gates for gladiators. All entered through the eastern gate named Porta Sanavivaria the Gate of Life. However the exit was a different story. Only the victors would return through the Gate of Life while the fallen would be dragged through Porta Libitinensis the Gate of Death. Upon entering the Colosseum gladiators were immediately confronted by the Gate of Death to the west a reminder of the grave consequences if they failed to be victorious" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1704195050346008833) 2023-09-19T18:05Z 14.3K followers, [----] engagements "September [--] 1952: The United States stopped Charlie Chaplin from re-entering the country after a trip to England. This decision was heavily influenced by Chaplin's assumed political beliefs and associations as he had been accused of communist sympathies during the era of McCarthyism. Chaplin decided to move to Switzerland where he lived the rest of his life only returning to the US one time in [----] to receive an honorary Oscar" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1704225273074638864) 2023-09-19T20:05Z 12.5K followers, [----] engagements "September [--] 622: Prophet Muhammad and Abu Bakr migrated from Mecca to Yathrib (later Medina) due to increasing religious persecution. This pivotal event known as the Hijra marked the beginning of the Islamic calendar. In Medina Muhammad established the first Islamic state and the city became a vital center for the faith" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1704373844230996250) 2023-09-20T05:56Z 14.2K followers, 33.4K engagements "September [--] 1870: Italian forces under King Victor Emmanuel II captured Rome from the Papal States seizing the opportunity of French troops being preoccupied with the Franco-Prussian War. Pope Pius IX in protest proclaimed himself a "prisoner in the Vatican." Tensions persisted between Italy and the Papacy until 1929's Lateran Treaty which recognized the Vatican City as a sovereign state. The capture of Rome was a huge step toward Italy's unification. Pictured: Victor Emmanuel II National Monument. It was built to honour Victor Emmanuel II the first king of a unified Italy" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1704472667620032989) 2023-09-20T12:28Z 14.2K followers, [----] engagements "September [--] 2012: In Ohio Samuel Mullet and his extremist Amish group were found guilty of hate crimes for forcibly cutting the hair and beards of fellow Amish due to religious disagreements. These attacks frightened Ohio's Amish community of [-----] prompting them to involve the police which is uncommon for them. The trial shed light on Mullet's cult-like control with claims of marital coercion and abuse. On February [--] [----] Mullet received a 15-year prison sentence for hate motivated crimes" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1704488729434636700) 2023-09-20T13:32Z 14.2K followers, [----] engagements "September [--] 1948: George R. R. Martin was born. As a child in Bayonne New Jersey he was captivated by tales of mythical lands leading him to write his own stories. His magnum opus surely is "A Song of Ice and Fire" the monumental fantasy series. This saga was adapted into HBO's iconic Game of Thrones which solidified Martin's legacy on the world of fantasy literature" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1704503374140371154) 2023-09-20T14:30Z 14.2K followers, [----] engagements "The Tower of Hercules in A Corua Spain is the only fully preserved Roman lighthouse still used for maritime signaling. It was constructed in the 1st century AD during the reign of the Roman Emperor Trajan. The tower underwent a meticulous restoration in the 18th century which preserved its original Roman core while updating its technical functions and adding a fourth story. Legend has it that the tower was named after Hercules who according to myth defeated the giant Geryon and built the tower on the very spot where he buried the giant's head" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1704524481619001624) 2023-09-20T15:54Z 12.3K followers, 23.9K engagements "September [--] 1765: Antoine de Beauterne claimed he killed the Beast of Gvaudan but the attacks continued soon after showing he was not being truthful. The beast terrorized Gvaudan France from [----] to [----] and was said to resemble a large wolf. It reportedly killed over [---] people and the situation got so bad King Louis XV sent expert hunters to the region. However the terror persisted until [----] when Jean Chastel allegedly killed the beast with a silver bullet. The Beast's true identity is still debated with theories ranging from wolf to a wolf/dog hybrid and even human involvement. Of course" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1704847400727409010) 2023-09-21T13:17Z 14.2K followers, [----] engagements "September [--] [--] BC: Julius Caesar celebrated his victory over Gaul with a procession in Rome called a Roman Triumph. One of the most significant parts of this triumph was the parade of Vercingetorix the leader of the Gauls. He had been captured and held for several years before being parading in front of all of Rome and was then executed. This was the first of four triumphs that celebrated Ceasars victories over Gaul Egypt Pontus and Africa" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1704864462988308987) 2023-09-21T14:25Z 14.2K followers, 14.5K engagements "September [--] 1915: Cecil Chubb a wealthy local barrister bought Stonehenge at an auction for [----] roughly $30000. His reason for the purchase as he later stated was to prevent it from being acquired by a foreign buyer. In [----] just three years after acquiring it Chubb gifted Stonehenge to the nation and in recognition of this generous act he was knighted. From that point on the monument has been under public ownership and is now managed by English Heritage" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1704887760690249828) 2023-09-21T15:58Z 14.2K followers, 25.8K engagements "This is Rovinj (Rovigno in Italian) a beautiful coastal town in Croatia's Istrian peninsula. Founded by the Illyrians in ancient times it later flourished under Roman and then Venetian rule. Its Venetian heritage is evident in the old town's cobbled streets and buildings constructed in a mix of Gothic Renaissance Baroque and Neoclassical styles. You can see St. Euphemia's Basilica dominates its skyline built in the 18th century. The town was actually an island until [----] when the narrow channel separating it from the mainland was filled in. It is a truly incredible place" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1704899018579673413) 2023-09-21T16:42Z 14.3K followers, [----] engagements "September [--] 1937: J.R.R. Tolkien's "The Hobbit" was published by George Allen & Unwin in London. The story centers around Bilbo Baggins a hobbit from the Shire who joins a group of dwarves and the wizard Gandalf on a quest to reclaim a stolen treasure from the dragon Smaug. The book's popularity prompted demands for a sequel which resulted in the creation of "The Lord of the Rings." Over the years "The Hobbit" has been adapted into films plays and radio dramas" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1704915401124331605) 2023-09-21T17:48Z 14.2K followers, [---] engagements "I need to say thank you so much to everyone following Im blown away and having an incredible time sharing these pieces of history with all of you. Hope you're enjoying it as much as I am" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1704944915917266979) 2023-09-21T19:45Z 14.2K followers, [----] engagements "September [--] 1958: Andrea Bocelli the Italian tenor songwriter and producer was born. He pursued a career in music after becoming blind from a football accident. Since then hes sold over [--] million records blessing us all with his amazing talent" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1705211703263449488) 2023-09-22T13:25Z 14.2K followers, [---] engagements "Verona has a rich history It was an important Roman city and Verona Arena which is a large Roman amphitheater still hosts concerts and opera performances. The city also has some of the most well preserved architecture in the world including Romanesque churches Renaissance palaces and medieval buildings. Theres also a connection to Shakespeare Verona is often referred to as the City of Love because Shakespeare chose it as his setting for "Romeo and Juliet." There's even a 14th-century house said to be Juliets that can be visited. A truly beautiful place" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1705245882965487716) 2023-09-22T15:41Z 14.2K followers, [----] engagements "September [--] 1997: Elton John released "Candle in the Wind 1997" a reworked version of his [----] song to pay tribute to the recently deceased Princess Diana. The lyrics were changed to Goodbye England's Rose instead of Norma Jean in the original version. Elton John" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1705264744645656670) 2023-09-22T16:56Z 14.2K followers, [---] engagements "September [--] 1909: Gaston Leroux's "The Phantom of the Opera" debuted in the French newspaper Le Gaulois. Leroux was inspired by tales and rumors surrounding the Paris Opera House including its underground lake and rumors of strange occurrences. Though it did not achieve immediate success the story later gained immense popularity. There are various adaptations with one of the most notable being Andrew Lloyd Webber's [----] musical" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1705569593518133254) 2023-09-23T13:07Z 12.5K followers, 20.5K engagements "September [--] 1387: One of the most lavish and extravagant medieval feasts in English history happened. It was held in honor of King Richard II and his uncle John of Gaunt. Medieval feasts were a way for nobility to display their wealth power and generosity and this one topped them all. Check out the huge menu below [--] salted oxen [--] pounds salted venison [--] boar including heads [---] sheep heads [---] marrowbones More than [---] waterbirds including cranes herons and curlews [--] swans [---] capons [----] pigeons [---] geese [-----] eggs" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1705583876884804036) 2023-09-23T14:04Z 14.2K followers, [----] engagements "September 23: Four men that greatly impacted the world were born today. I didnt want to pick just one or two so heres all four [--] BC Augustus: First Roman Emperor initiated Pax Romana. [----] Kublai Khan: Mongolian emperor Yuan Dynasty founder. [----] Ray Charles: Pioneering rhythm and blues musician. [----] Bruce Springsteen: Energetic rock singer-songwriter. Two emperors and two musicians I would never have guessed those four names would be on the same list but here we are. Does anyone have a favorite" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1705634031592001894) 2023-09-23T17:23Z 12.2K followers, 49.3K engagements "Hungary sits closer to the earths mantle than most other countries causing it to be home to over [---] thermal baths. Miskolctapolca Cave Bath is one of these but unique as it is the only natural cave bath in all of Europe. The site of the cave is on a resort built in [----] near Miskolc. Up until recently it was reserved for elites but now the general public has access. The Romans knew about Miskolctapolca Cave but it has only been used for bathing since medieval times" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1705642699351822473) 2023-09-23T17:58Z 14.2K followers, [----] engagements "September [--] 1862: Northern newspapers published President Lincoln's preliminary Emancipation Proclamation. This document signaled the intention to free all slaves in Confederate-held territories effective January [--] [----]. Aimed at weakening the Confederacy and discouraging foreign support for it this proclamation marked a shift in the Civil War towards not only preserving the Union but also ending slavery" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1705656760705728650) 2023-09-23T18:53Z 14.2K followers, [----] engagements "September [--] 1889: Nintendo turns [---] years old today. Now a leader in global video gaming it has come a long way from its origins as a playing card company" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1705669233944952889) 2023-09-23T19:43Z 12K followers, 23.1K engagements "September [--] 1880: In a letter to his brother Vincent Van Gogh said I felt my energy return and that I said to myself in any event Ill recover from it Ill pick up my pencil that I put down in my great discouragement and Ill get back to drawing and from then on it seems to me everything has changed for me." At this point he was still in the early stages of being an artist. During his life he struggled with motivation and self doubt and this quote shows his resolve in overcoming one of those moments early in his career" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1705926445682327703) 2023-09-24T12:45Z 14.2K followers, 31.8K engagements "September [--] 1852: The Giffard dirigible designed by French inventor Henri Giffard made its maiden flight of [--] miles from Paris to Trappes. This was the first powered passenger-carrying airship. It was propelled by a steam engine which showed that controlled powered flight was possible for travel" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1705997609356181997) 2023-09-24T17:28Z 14.2K followers, 22.7K engagements "September [--] 1890: Sequoia National Park was established by President Benjamin Harrison. It was the first national park designated to protect a living organism the giant sequoia trees. This park prevented further logging of these ancient trees as their numbers were beginning to drastically decrease. It is in California's southern Sierra Nevada mountains and became California's first national park and the second in the United States following Yellowstone" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1706283647958229158) 2023-09-25T12:24Z 14.2K followers, [----] engagements "September [--] 1926: Henry Ford implemented an [--] hour work day and [--] day work week at Ford Motor Company. Prior to this it was common to work 100+ hours and six days a week. Ford also doubled salaries of all his workers with the expectation that productivity would increase despite the shorter week. He was correct and many of his suppliers followed suit. Later the Fair Labor Standards Act of [----] established similar work standards on a national scale" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1706304949137609058) 2023-09-25T13:49Z 16.4K followers, 72.4K engagements "September [--] 275: The Roman Senate chose an emperor for the last time electing Marcus Claudius Tacitus as emperor. From then on military endorsement fame or family ties to former emperors played bigger roles in claiming the throne. This shift highlighted a change in political power dynamics in the Roman Empire where military support became crucial for a stable reign" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1706323595826196783) 2023-09-25T15:03Z 14.3K followers, [----] engagements "September [--] 1951: Mark Hamill was born in Oakland California and turns [--] years old today. He famously played Luke Skywalker in the iconic Star Wars franchise. His skills as an actor have been showcased in his various roles that include voice acting and Broadway performances. However his role as Luke has left a permanent impact on popular culture as the Star Wars franchise continues to release new movies and shows today" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1706342384844595235) 2023-09-25T16:18Z 14.3K followers, [----] engagements "September [--] 1987: The booty collected from the pirate ship Whydah which sunk off Cape Cod in [----] was auctioned off. The worth was around $400 million. Whydah had been captained by Captain Samuel Bellamy also called Black Sam. It is the only verified pirate shipwreck ever discovered which gives us significant archaeological insight into pirate life during the early 18th century" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1706356830316925394) 2023-09-25T17:15Z 14.2K followers, 31.7K engagements "September [--] 1687: During the Venetian siege of Athens cannon fire from Venetian forces struck the Parthenon which was being used by the Ottomans for gunpowder storage. It triggering a massive explosion significantly damaging the Parthenon that up until that time had been largely intact. Its one of the most vivid examples of a historic monument and cultural site being damaged or destroyed because of war" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1706652522105172145) 2023-09-26T12:50Z 12.3K followers, 32.9K engagements "September [--] 1665: London experienced the most horrific week of The Great Plague of London where [----] people died in seven days. The bubonic plague ravaged the city in 1665-1666 claiming up to [------] lives in total. Homes with infections were marked for quarantine though that practice was not very effective since the spread continued. The plague finally stopped when winter arrived in [----] and the Great Fire in [----] helped even further" [X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/1706670506186101083) 2023-09-26T14:02Z [--] followers, 20.4K engagements "Neuschwanstein Castle is a 19th-century romanesque revival palace in Bavaria Germany. Commissioned in [----] by King Ludwig II the castle was supposed to be his personal retreat and also a tribute to composer Richard Wagner. It was funded by Ludwigs personal fortune as he did not want to use Bavarian public funds. Unfortunately he died before it was finished and Neuschwanstein was opened to the public shortly after Ludwig passed away in [----]. It is said Neuschwanstein is the inspiration for many fairytale castles including Disneys. Neuschwanstein in the snow is truly ethereal." [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1706686370255970724) 2023-09-26T15:05Z 14.2K followers, [----] engagements "September [--] [--] BC: Julius Caesar dedicated the Temple of Venus Genetrix in Rome fulfilling a vow he made at the Battle of Pharsalus. Caesar did this as an act of gratitude to Venus for the victory over Pompey and to emphasize his claim of divine lineage to the goddess. The dedication of the temple solidified his authority in the transformative period of the Roman Republic" [X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/1706702929535848549) 2023-09-26T16:11Z [--] followers, [----] engagements "September [--] 1991: Today marks the beginning of the Biosphere [--] experiment in Arizona. Eight people lived in a sealed environment from [----] to [----] to research how well a closed ecological system could support human life. They did make it the full two years meaning today also marks the end of the experiment in [----]. They encountered challenges such as oxygen levels dropping and difficulties in food production. Overall it was a success and it provided valuable data and lessons for future experiments and space colonization discussions" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1706728472452968469) 2023-09-26T17:52Z 11K followers, [----] engagements "September [--] 1960: The first televised US presidential debate occurred between John F. Kennedy and Richard Nixon. Nixon was recovering from illness and looked unwell while Kennedy was young and energetic which seemed to sway public opinion in favor of Kennedy. The two addressed domestic issues like the economy and healthcare. Since then televised debates have become regular occurrences during U.S. presidential campaigns" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1706742855425982892) 2023-09-26T18:49Z 14.2K followers, [----] engagements "September [--] 1590: Pope Urban VII passed away from malaria just [--] days after becoming Pope which is the shortest papacy in history. Despite his short tenure he was known for his charitable acts during the famine in Rome at the time. Unfortunately he died before he could further share that kindness with the rest of the world" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1707026865804984349) 2023-09-27T13:38Z 14.2K followers, 22.2K engagements "September [--] 1989: Jeffrey Petkovich and Peter Debernardi became the first two men to go over Niagara Falls in a barrel and live. They were the 11th and 12th people to attempt it. The barrel they used was made of steel and weighed about [----] pounds and even had plexiglass so" [X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/1707050626478494029) 2023-09-27T15:12Z [--] followers, [--] engagements "September [--] 1822: Jean-Franois Champollion announced that he had successfully deciphered the Rosetta Stone. It was a huge breakthrough that paved the way for modern Egyptology and understanding hieroglyphics. The Rosetta Stone was discovered in [----] and had inscriptions in three scripts: Greek Demotic and hieroglyphic. Since all three were present Champollion was able to unravel the mysteries of the ancient script that had been lost to history for over a millennium" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1707066737743823019) 2023-09-27T16:16Z 12.3K followers, 36.5K engagements "September [--] 1908: The first Ford Model T known as the Tin Lizzie rolled out of the Piquette Plant in Detroit Michigan for the first time. Created by Henry Ford the Model T was produced on assembly lines which made it affordable for many Americans. It had a 20-horsepower engine and reached speeds of [--] mph. The Model T changed the auto industry forever and led to what we know today" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1707083980661821726) 2023-09-27T17:25Z 12.4K followers, [----] engagements "The Dome of St. Peter's Basilica dominates the skyline of Rome. Michelangelo was the chief architect starting in [----] but it was finished after his death by Giacomo della Porta in [----]. Its magnificent" [X Link](https://x.com/HistoryNutOTD/status/1707098823729033557) 2023-09-27T18:24Z 14.2K followers, [----] engagements Limited data mode. Full metrics available with subscription: lunarcrush.com/pricing
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"August [--] [---] BC: The oldest known temple to Venus was founded marking the institution of Vinalia Rustica. This ancient Roman festival began the grape harvest and honored Venus the goddess of gardens and vineyards"
X Link 2023-08-18T14:27Z 12.1K followers, 17.7K engagements
"August [--] 2021: Shohei Ohtani of the Los Angeles Angels hit his 40th home run becoming the fastest player in team history to do so. He also pitched [--] innings in a 3-1 win against Detroit showcasing his unique ability as both a dominant hitter and pitcher in the same game"
X Link 2023-08-18T18:01Z 14.2K followers, [---] engagements
"August [--] [--] BC: Octavian pressured the Roman Senate to appoint him as Consul. This was after Julius Caesar's assassination and marked a key step in his rise to power. His control of military forces and political alliances aided his efforts leading him to become Augustus the first Roman Emperor"
X Link 2023-08-19T14:28Z 14.2K followers, 34.4K engagements
"August [--] 1977: Voyager [--] launched from Cape Canaveral Air Force Station in Florida carrying a Golden Record with greetings and sounds from Earth. The aim was to give potential extraterrestrial beings a snapshot of life here. It explored Jupiter Saturn Uranus and Neptune on a "Grand Tour" and now sends data from interstellar space part of the Voyager Interstellar Mission"
X Link 2023-08-20T16:05Z 14.2K followers, 114.6K engagements
"@KVG9ine @historyinmemes We shall see"
X Link 2023-08-20T18:01Z 14.2K followers, [--] engagements
"@RohanMagdum7 @historyinmemes It is remarkable isnt it"
X Link 2023-08-20T18:07Z 14.2K followers, [---] engagements
"@Xrealdoge @historyinmemes 😂😂😂"
X Link 2023-08-20T18:07Z 14.3K followers, [--] engagements
"@historyinmemes Did with three toes what no one could with ten"
X Link 2023-08-21T04:19Z 14.2K followers, [---] engagements
"August [--] 1911: The Mona Lisa was STOLEN from the Louvre by Vincenzo Perugia. Hidden in the museum overnight he took the painting the next morning. It was recovered in [----] when he tried to sell it in Florence leading to his arrest"
X Link 2023-08-21T13:59Z 13.2K followers, 171K engagements
"August [--] 1959: Hawaii officially became the 50th state of the United States. President Eisenhower signed the Hawaii Admission Act earlier that year and residents voted overwhelmingly for statehood. This marked the last addition to the U.S. in terms of statehood"
X Link 2023-08-21T17:09Z 14.2K followers, 42.6K engagements
"August [--] 1986: Usain Bolt was born. A Jamaican sprinter widely considered the fastest man ever. He won [--] Olympic gold medals and set world records in the 100m (9.58s) and 200m (19.19s). Bolt's incredible speed and charisma made him an international icon dominating sprints from [----] to [----] until his retirement"
X Link 2023-08-21T20:03Z 16.4K followers, 740.8K engagements
"Did you know Romans had their own version of fast food A Roman thermopolium was an ancient eatery that served hot food and drinks. It featured a counter with embedded containers called dolia holding various dishes. Patrons could quickly purchase ready-made meals making it popular among the working class"
X Link 2023-08-21T22:49Z 12.4K followers, 68.1K engagements
"Gaius Appuleius Diocles. Among the notable figures of Roman history his name must be etched in memory. Diocles is considered possibly the greatest and highest paid athlete ever. Born in [---] AD he raced chariots for [--] years winning [----] of [----] races and placing top three in [----]. His career earnings of [--------] sesterces are estimated by many historians at $15 billion in today's value. Retiring at [--] he passed away shortly after leaving a legacy as one of history's greatest athletes"
X Link 2023-08-22T13:01Z 14.2K followers, 201.8K engagements
"When Trajan became Emperor in [--] AD he was governing Germania Superior. He was declared emperor by the Senate after Nerva's death but stayed on the German frontier for military matters not entering Rome until [--] AD"
X Link 2023-08-22T14:33Z 14.2K followers, 13.9K engagements
"August [--] 565: The Loch Ness Monster commonly called Nessie is reportedly observed for the first time. St. Columba an Irish missionary saw the Loch Ness Monster in Scotland. According to the account he saved a man from the creature by invoking a prayer. This sighting is the earliest recorded encounter with the famous cryptid"
X Link 2023-08-22T19:12Z 12.1K followers, 124.8K engagements
"@historyinmemes His name alone is also extremely memorable"
X Link 2023-08-23T13:15Z 18.8K followers, [----] engagements
"August [--] 1799: Napoleon I of France departed Egypt for France a move that would ultimately lead to his consolidation of power. His return marked a pivotal moment in his rise to authority as he would later become Emperor and reshape the course of European history"
X Link 2023-08-23T17:10Z 18.8K followers, [---] engagements
"August [--] 1978: Professional basketball player Kobe Bryant was born. He would have turned [--] today. Kobe played [--] seasons with the Los Angeles Lakers winning [--] championships. We miss the Mamba"
X Link 2023-08-23T17:47Z 14.2K followers, [---] engagements
"August [--] [--] BC: Octavian soon-to-be Emperor Augustus consolidated power by executing Marcus Antonius Antyllus Mark Antony's son and Caesarion Julius Caesar and Cleopatra's son ending the Ptolemaic dynasty and setting Egypt's path as a Roman province"
X Link 2023-08-23T20:17Z 11.2K followers, [---] engagements
"August [--] 394: The last known hieroglyphic inscription the Graffito of Esmet-Akhom was carved at Philae temple in Egypt. It was created during a time when the use of Egyptian hieroglyphs was declining due to the influence of Christianity and the Roman Empire"
X Link 2023-08-24T07:19Z 14.3K followers, [---] engagements
"August [--] 1814: British troops invaded Washington D.C. during the War of [----]. The Burning of Washington ensued with British forces setting fire to key government buildings including the White House and Capitol. This event marked a significant episode in the war leaving the US capital in ruins"
X Link 2023-08-24T07:58Z 14.3K followers, [---] engagements
"August [--] 1932: Amelia Earhart becomes the first woman to complete a non-stop flight across the United States at the age of [--]. Flying from Los Angeles to Newark New Jersey her journey covered approximately [----] miles and lasted around [--] hours"
X Link 2023-08-24T12:28Z 14.2K followers, [---] engagements
"August [--] 2008: The Summer Olympics in Beijing becomes the most watched event on TV ever as nearly [--] billion people tuned in 70% of world's population. Over [-----] performers participated in the opening ceremony Popular athletes in the games included Michael Phelps Usain Bolt Chris Hoy and many others"
X Link 2023-08-24T17:37Z 14.2K followers, [---] engagements
"August [--] 2011: Steve Jobs resigned as the CEO of Apple. Jobs had been a driving force behind Apple's success revolutionizing products like the iPhone iPad and Macintosh computer. Despite his resignation Jobs continued to contribute to Apple's development until his passing from a rare form of pancreatic tumor in October [----]. Below he announces the release of the first iPhone"
X Link 2023-08-24T21:30Z 14.2K followers, [---] engagements
"August [--] 1835: The Great Moon Hoax occurs. The Sun a New York newspaper ran a series of sensational articles detailing supposed groundbreaking discoveries on the Moon all falsely attributed to the prominent British astronomer Sir John Herschel. Written by Richard Adams Locke the articles described a vivid lunar landscape populated by a variety of life forms: winged humanoids bipedal bison and even advanced structures like temples made of sapphire. They painted a picture of flowing rivers and dense forests all claiming to be based on a report in the "Edinburgh Journal of Science." The story's"
X Link 2023-08-25T17:02Z 14.2K followers, 132.6K engagements
"August [--] 1997: Nintendo released GoldenEye [---] for the Nintendo [--]. This first-person shooter based on the James Bond film introduced innovative multiplayer gameplay and set standards for future shooter games. It's now considered an absolute classic in the gaming world"
X Link 2023-08-25T20:11Z 14.2K followers, [---] engagements
"@archi_tradition Barcelona"
X Link 2023-08-25T21:14Z 14.2K followers, 19.9K engagements
"@historyinmemes The inside may not be open but you can go and view it from the outside. No doubt still worth it"
X Link 2023-08-26T05:23Z 14.2K followers, [---] engagements
"August [--] 1498: Michelangelo is commissioned to carve La Piet by French Cardinal Jean de Bilhres. The sculpture captures the moment when Jesus is taken down from the cross and given to his mother Mary. It is one of Michelangelos finest works currently displayed in St. Peters Basilica"
X Link 2023-08-26T07:03Z 54.7K followers, 116.5K engagements
"August [--] 1907: In San Francisco's Aquatic Park magician Harry Houdini freed himself from chains underwater in just [--] seconds. His arms were handcuffed behind his back and the ball and chain connected to his feet weighed over [--] pounds (34 kg). After this success he later performed the escape many times"
X Link 2023-08-26T14:38Z 40.1K followers, [----] engagements
"August [--] 1944: Paris celebrated its liberation from Nazi occupation. General Leclerc's 2nd Armored Division alongside Charles de Gaulle paraded down the Champs-lyses for all of Paris to see. The city had endured Nazi rule for over four years since June [----]. Despite the liberation much of Europe was still at war and many battles lay ahead before final victory against the Axis powers but it was a happy day in Paris"
X Link 2023-08-26T15:09Z 12.5K followers, 46.7K engagements
"St. Vitus Cathedral in Prague was dedicated in August [----] marking its official completion after almost [---] years of construction. It is a Gothic masterpiece situated on a hill within Prague Castle dominating the skyline of the city. Numerous architects contributed to its design over the centuries and it stands the largest and most important church in the country"
X Link 2023-08-26T17:04Z 54.7K followers, 98.7K engagements
"@fasc1nate These boats were actually sold and rented by shops close by Familys would also make their own. This lasted for decades as a fun activity in Paris"
X Link 2023-08-26T20:04Z 14.2K followers, [---] engagements
"August [--] [---] BCE: The Greek warriors annihilated and put an end to Persian ambitions at the Battle of Plataea. Greatly outnumbered the Greek forces totaled [-----] warriors while the Persian army boasted [------]. This ferocious battle was the final clash of the second Persian invasion of Greece with the victory of the allied Greek forces putting a final end to the Persian empires expansion"
X Link 2023-08-27T13:46Z 14.2K followers, 63K engagements
"August [--] 410: The sacking of Rome by the Visigoths ended after three days. After two prior sieges and failed negotiations with Rome Visigoth leader Alaric sacked the city. Initially serving in the Roman military Alaric's frustrations with Roman betrayals led him to this. Despite the sack the Western Roman Empire persisted for several decades although severely weakened"
X Link 2023-08-27T14:13Z 14.2K followers, 13.8K engagements
"@Culture_Crit How will this period of architecture be discussed in [---] years"
X Link 2023-08-27T15:15Z 14.2K followers, 35.2K engagements
"August [--] 1813: Napoleon and his forces were victorious at the Battle of Dresden. Napoleon's army faced a 170000-member Coalition of Austrians Prussians and Russians. Napoleon caught wind of the enemy advance on Dresden which was defended by only [-----] of his troops. In one of historys great marches the Imperial Guard covered [--] miles (145 km) in three days and two corps of conscripts covered [---] miles (190 km) in four days giving Napoleon [-----] troops on the first day of the battle and [------] on the second. Napoleon and his men repelled the Coalition's attack achieving a decisive victory"
X Link 2023-08-27T17:04Z 14.3K followers, 26.6K engagements
"August [--] 1993: The Rainbow Bridge a 1870-foot suspension bridge over Tokyo Bay was completed. The lighting on the bridge can change depending on the season or special occasion. It is a popular attraction for both tourists and locals an impressive and enjoyable feat of engineering"
X Link 2023-08-27T19:13Z 41.5K followers, 281K engagements
"August [--] 1883: Krakatoa in Indonesia erupted in four explosions releasing energy comparable to [---] megatons of TNT. The sound traveled [----] miles (4828 km) and is considered the loudest sound in recorded history. It resulted in tsunamis and climate effects including distinct sunsets blue moons and others that persisted for years"
X Link 2023-08-27T21:58Z 12.2K followers, [---] engagements
"August [--] 1963: Martin Luther King Jr. stood at the Lincoln Memorial and addressed a massive crowd estimated at [------] people with his "I Have a Dream" speech. He famously said "I have a dream that one day this nation will rise up and live out the true meaning of its creed: 'We hold these truths to be self-evident that all men are created equal.'" This speech became a cornerstone in the civil rights movement inspiring generations to pursue equality and justice"
X Link 2023-08-28T07:17Z 12.3K followers, 34K engagements
"August [--] 1930: The last [--] residents of St Kilda a remote archipelago off Scotland's west coast were evacuated. Challenges such as a declining population and economic difficulties led the islanders to request relocation. Since then no one has lived there permanently; it's now a UNESCO World Heritage Site"
X Link 2023-08-29T13:11Z 14.2K followers, 29.4K engagements
"August [--] 2009: The Los Angeles Coroner's office said that Michael Jackson's death was a result of a homicide due to the actions of his personal physician Dr. Conrad Murray. Dr. Murray was found guilty of involuntary manslaughter in [----] for giving the lethal dose of the anesthetic propofol that led to Jackson's death"
X Link 2023-08-29T21:07Z 16.4K followers, [----] engagements
"August [--] 1939: British journalist Clare Hollingworth witnessed Germany's massive military buildup along the Polish border. Today her report for The Daily Telegraph was released warning of the impending invasion. Days later on September [--] Hitler's forces invaded Poland marking the start of World War II"
X Link 2023-08-29T23:25Z 14.2K followers, [---] engagements
"@historyinmemes Fascinating. Alcohol has had positive impacts all throughout history. Some negative ones too. This time it saved lives"
X Link 2023-08-30T05:13Z 17.9K followers, [---] engagements
"August [--] [--] AD: Roman general Titus who later became emperor ended the siege of Jerusalem a key event in the First Jewish-Roman War. The Second Temple was destroyed in the siege a devastating loss to the Jewish people. The event's anniversary Tisha B'Av remains a day of mourning. Titus would become emperor nine years later succeeding his father Emperor Vespasian in [--] AD"
X Link 2023-08-30T06:29Z 14.3K followers, 27.2K engagements
"@Culture_Crit Its in Normandy France and constructed in the 8th century. Pretty cool when the tide is high it becomes isolated from the mainland It attracts about [--] million visitors per year a pretty incredible place"
X Link 2023-08-30T23:41Z 14.2K followers, [----] engagements
"August [--] 1997: Princess Diana tragically died in a car crash while being chased by paparazzi in Paris. Formerly married to Prince Charles she was a beloved figure known for her compassion and humanitarian efforts. She was [--] years old when she passed leaving behind sons William and Harry"
X Link 2023-08-31T06:08Z 14.2K followers, 44K engagements
"Angkor located in Cambodia is a huge archaeological complex spanning [---] kilometers that was the capital of the Khmer Empire from the 9th to 15th centuries. It is the home of iconic temples such as Angkor Wat the world's largest religious monument and Angkor Thom with its Bayon temple. Over time architectural styles shifted from Hinduism to Buddhism in the complex. Its one of the most significant archeological sites in Southeast Asia"
X Link 2023-08-31T17:50Z 16.4K followers, [----] engagements
"@Culture_Crit Each time I thought I reached the best but then saw the next picture. An incredible thread Water out of stoneunreal"
X Link 2023-08-31T21:03Z 14.2K followers, [--] engagements
"@fasc1nate Current Japan how things change"
X Link 2023-08-31T22:25Z 12.1K followers, [--] engagements
"@fasc1nate They need theme music all the time moving like that"
X Link 2023-08-31T23:28Z 14.2K followers, [--] engagements
"Thoughts Will history be kind to cryptocurrencies"
X Link 2023-09-01T03:07Z 14.3K followers, [---] engagements
"August [--] 1968: Private Eye magazine reported that an upcoming John Lennon and Yoko Ono album Unfinished Music No.1: Two Virgins would feature a cover photo of the pair nude. The bold choice was very controversial leading some stores to sell it concealed in brown bags"
X Link 2023-09-01T03:44Z 14.2K followers, [----] engagements
"September [--] 1939: Germany began their invasion of Poland which started World War II the biggest and deadliest war in history. It involved more than [--] countries and caused between [--] and [--] million deaths worldwide. Over six years some major events included the Battle of Stalingrad Battle of Midway Battle of the Bulge D-Day the Battle of Berlin the Holocaust and atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki. WWII ended in [----] with an Allied victory - may there never be another war like it"
X Link 2023-09-01T12:23Z 14.3K followers, 29.9K engagements
"September [--] 1914: Russia changed the name of St. Petersburg to Petrograd. The name change was part of a push to remove German-sounding names during World War I due to anti-German sentiment in Russia. Petrograd essentially means Peter's City. The name would change again in [----] to Leningrad after the death of Vladimir Lenin. Then in [----] after the dissolution of the Soviet Union the city's original name St. Petersburg was restored"
X Link 2023-09-01T13:38Z 12.4K followers, [----] engagements
"Thank you everyone for the awesome support and feedback Its been so amazing cant wait to share more with you"
X Link 2023-09-01T14:21Z 14.2K followers, [----] engagements
"September [--] 1715: King Louis XIV of France died after a 72-year reign the longest of any European monarch. He is well known for his centralization of power the construction of the Palace of Versailles contributions to the arts and military conquests. Known as the Sun King Louis XIV's reign is often regarded as the pinnacle of the absolute monarchy in France. The phrase "L'tat c'est moi" (I am the state) is commonly attributed to him"
X Link 2023-09-01T14:47Z 17.7K followers, [----] engagements
"September [--] 1807: Former US Vice President Aaron Burr was tried for treason in Richmond Virginia. He was accused of plotting an independent empire in the western U.S. territories and Mexico. His plans termed the "Burr Conspiracy" were exposed by General James Wilkinson. Chief Justice John Marshall presided and due to insufficient evidence Burr was acquitted. This was one of the first trials for treason in the US"
X Link 2023-09-01T17:38Z 14.2K followers, [----] engagements
"Historically in Himalayan cultures spanning countries like Nepal India and Bhutan snow leopards were revered as mountain spirits or deities in animal form. Their elusive nature made them symbols of purity and guardians of the mountains. To this day they are the subject of folktales and shamans often seek guidance from these impressive animals. It makes sense as some in the past have likely witnessed situations similar to the one below"
X Link 2023-09-01T19:42Z 14.2K followers, [----] engagements
"September [--] 1666: The Great Fire of London began raging for four straight days. Starting in a bakery on Pudding Lane it wiped out [-----] houses [--] churches and many key buildings. The aftermath led to changes like wider streets increased use of brick and stone for buildings and improved firefighting services to name a few. Its one of the most devastating fires in history"
X Link 2023-09-02T06:42Z 12.1K followers, 105.3K engagements
"September [--] 2013: At [--] years old Diana Nyad became the first person to swim from Cuba to the U.S. without a shark cage. Covering [---] miles in just under [--] hours she had made four other attempts previously but all were unsuccessful. She is still the only person to complete the swim without a shark cage"
X Link 2023-09-03T01:44Z 12K followers, [----] engagements
"September [--] 1189: Richard the Lionheart was crowned King of England. Known for leading the Third Crusade he spent as little as six months of his ten-year reign in England. He was called Lionheart because of his fierce leadership in battle. Though his military campaigns were costly for the kingdom he successfully secured rights for Christians to visit Jerusalem through negotiations with Saladin. He remains a defining figure in English history"
X Link 2023-09-03T13:24Z 14.2K followers, 43K engagements
"September [--] 1783: The American Revolutionary War ended with the signing of the Treaty of Paris. This agreement meant the British Empire recognized the independence of the United States. It marked the boundaries of the new country and arranged for the withdrawal of British troops. This laid the foundation for the United States to become its own nation"
X Link 2023-09-03T14:28Z 14.2K followers, [----] engagements
"September [--] 1944: Holocaust diarist Anne Frank and her family were transported from the Westerbork transit camp to Auschwitz concentration camp. This marked a tragic turn in her short life and she eventually perished in Bergen-Belsen camp in early [----]. Her diary was found and later published by her father the only surviving member of the Frank family"
X Link 2023-09-03T15:27Z 14.2K followers, [----] engagements
"September [--] 1950: Giuseppe Farina won the Italian Grand Prix in Monza. With this win he secured enough points to be crowned the first Formula One World Drivers' Champion the beginning of a new era in motorsports. While formula one races had been going since the 1920s [----] was the first FIA Formula One World Championship season"
X Link 2023-09-03T23:17Z 14.8K followers, [----] engagements
"September [--] 2006: Steve Irwin Australian wildlife expert known as the "Crocodile Hunter" tragically passed away at [--] due to an injury from a stingray while filming near Queensland Australia. During his life Steve brought wildlife conservation and education to the public with his awesome personality and fearless interaction with animals. The world mourned his loss but today his legacy lives on through his wife and two children who follow in his footsteps"
X Link 2023-09-04T06:11Z 14.3K followers, 79.7K engagements
"September [--] 1651: After his defeat at Worcester Charles II fled from Parliamentarian forces. Disguised as a countryman and rubbing his face with soot he evaded capture even hiding in an oak tree. For years he lived in exile in Europe. The political instability following Oliver Cromwell's death led to Charles's return. Welcomed back in [----] he restored the monarchy marking the end of England's republican experiment"
X Link 2023-09-04T14:30Z 14.2K followers, [----] engagements
"September [--] 1842: Work on the Cologne Cathedral resumed after a 284-year pause. The construction had started in [----] and stopped in the 16th century. Its completion in [----] was spurred by a rise in German nationalism and a romantic appreciation for Gothic architecture. Today it remains a symbol of Cologne and is one of the most renowned Gothic cathedrals in the world"
X Link 2023-09-04T15:41Z 14.3K followers, [----] engagements
"In [----] a geothermal company drilled a test well in Washoe County Nevada. The water they found was not hot enough to use so they plugged up the well but the seal didnt hold and water began erupting. Over the years it led to the creation of Fly Geyser with the colors coming from thermophilic (heat-loving) algae that thrive off the mineral-rich water. Its pretty spectacular"
X Link 2023-09-04T17:54Z 14.2K followers, [----] engagements
"September [--] 1960: Cassius Clay later known as Muhammad Ali won gold in the light heavyweight boxing division at the Rome Olympics. After turning professional he went on to become the three time world heavyweight champion. The gold medal in the Rome Olympics is often cited as the starting point of his rise to global fame"
X Link 2023-09-05T06:12Z 14.2K followers, 39.6K engagements
"September [--] 1946: Freddie Mercury the iconic lead vocalist of Queen was born in Stone Town Zanzibar (now part of Tanzania). His birth name was Farrokh Bulsara. Known for his flamboyant presence and powerful vocals he co-wrote classic songs like "Bohemian Rhapsody and We Are the Champions. Tragically he died from AIDS-related complications in [----]. He is an all time rock legend"
X Link 2023-09-05T13:23Z 12.4K followers, 29.3K engagements
"September [--] 1959: The UK Post Office unveiled new direct dial payphones allowing users to dial without operator assistance. Payment was made post-connection using three pence six pence or one shilling coins. Although the iconic red telephone booths had been around since the 1920s this innovation made the calling process much easier"
X Link 2023-09-05T14:32Z 14.2K followers, [----] engagements
"Is there a more awe-inspiring church than St. Peter's Basilica What a masterpiece indeed"
X Link 2023-09-05T22:21Z 12.4K followers, [----] engagements
"September [--] 2007: Luciano Pavarotti an iconic Italian tenor passed away at [--]. Renowned for his sublime voice Pavarotti was a cornerstone in opera and popular music bridging genres effortlessly. With unparalleled charisma and talent his career spanned decades solidifying him as an international musical legend. Below is an example of Pavarotti bridging genres as he performs Its a Mans World with James Brown in 2002"
X Link 2023-09-06T06:32Z 14.2K followers, 26.9K engagements
"September [--] 1916: Clarence Saunders opened Piggly Wiggly in Memphis TN the first true supermarket. It introduced new experiences like self-service shopping and checkout stands changing from the grocery industrys primarily full-service model. A real visionary we still see Saunders' concepts today in modern grocery stores"
X Link 2023-09-06T18:32Z 14.2K followers, [----] engagements
"@Culture_Crit Pandemonium is intense"
X Link 2023-09-06T19:58Z 14.3K followers, 70.8K engagements
"@Culture_Crit @elonmusk Makes sense"
X Link 2023-09-06T21:45Z 12.1K followers, [---] engagements
"September [--] 1940: The Blitz began and London was bombed for [--] of the next [--] nights by the German Luftwaffe. Other key cities and ports were also severely bombed with [-----] civilian deaths in total. Yet the UK's morale and war production remained resilient partly due to Germany's scattered tactics and inaccurate intelligence. There was no surrender and the Luftwaffe eventually had to suspend bombing runs"
X Link 2023-09-07T10:06Z 14.2K followers, 47.6K engagements
"@archi_tradition @ExploreWithEd Looks so peaceful"
X Link 2023-09-07T11:21Z 14.2K followers, [---] engagements
"@archi_tradition Still need to make it to Madrid but Barcelona is incredible"
X Link 2023-09-07T19:50Z 14.2K followers, [----] engagements
"September [--] 1858: Abraham Lincoln is popularly believed to have said "You can fool all the people some of the time and some of the people all the time but you cannot fool all the people all the time" during a speech in Clinton Illinois. The fact that he actually said this is debated but it is consistent with many other wise quotes from him during his presidency"
X Link 2023-09-08T13:37Z 14.2K followers, [----] engagements
"September [--] 1429: During the Hundred Years' War King Charles VII and Joan of Arc attacked Paris trying to reclaim it from English control. Joan of Arc led the charge but faced heavy resistance and after four hours of fighting Charles VII ordered a retreat. Joan was wounded in the thigh by a crossbow. While Charles VII failed to take Paris it did turn the tide of the war in favor of the French as the English began to lose more and more territory in France"
X Link 2023-09-08T14:53Z 14.3K followers, 39.7K engagements
"September [--] 1974: Evel Knievel attempted his jump across Snake River Canyon in Idaho using a rocket called Skycycle X-2. The stunt failed when the parachute opened too soon causing him to drift into the canyon below. He landed safely but the jump ultimately failed. During his career he completed over [--] ramp-to-ramp motorcycle jumps but this attempt is very unique and stands out from his other daring stunts"
X Link 2023-09-08T15:54Z 18.2K followers, [----] engagements
"September [--] 2015: Archaeologists discovered Superhenge a massive stone monument just two miles away from Stonehenge and 15x larger. They used ground penetrating radar and identified about [--] buried stones some up to [--] feet tall. This hidden arrangement of stones which is believed to have been erected around [----] years ago is thought to be a religious site or burial site from the Neolithic age"
X Link 2023-09-08T16:55Z 14.3K followers, [----] engagements
"September [--] 1664: After days of negotiations English forces took control of New Amsterdam the Dutch settlement on Manhattan Island. The [---] English soldiers and four warships were led by Colonel Richard Nicolls. Without a single shot fired the Dutch surrendered their colony to Nicolls which was promptly renamed New York in honor of the Duke of York. New York then became an essential English colonial port"
X Link 2023-09-08T18:52Z 14.3K followers, [----] engagements
"@Culture_Crit Cant forget Rembrandt"
X Link 2023-09-08T20:41Z 14.2K followers, [----] engagements
"519 years ago Great question by James is it the most beautiful piece of art ever created"
X Link 2023-09-08T21:13Z 12.5K followers, [----] engagements
"September [--] 1000: The Battle of Svolder took place when King Olaf Tryggvason of Norway was ambushed by other Scandinavian rulers. It is said to be one of the greatest naval battles of the Viking age. King Olaf's ship the Long Serpent was the most famous and the largest of the ships present. Despite being outnumbered Olaf and his men put up a fierce fight but in the end they were defeated. The legend says King Olaf jumped into the sea at the end instead of being captured by his enemies"
X Link 2023-09-09T12:37Z 14.2K followers, 21.8K engagements
"September [--] 2017: Egyptian archaeologists uncovered a tomb in Draa Abul-Naga Luxor belonging to a goldsmith named Amenemhat and his family. Dating back to the New Kingdom period approximately [----] years ago the tomb was replete with statues mummies pottery and other artifacts offering a glimpse into the life of that era"
X Link 2023-09-09T13:30Z 14.3K followers, 33.2K engagements
"September [--] 2020: San Francisco Bay Area was engulfed by dark orange skies. The eerie hue came from thick wildfire smoke trapped by a marine layer. The air quality reached hazardous levels of over [---] AQI at its worst. These atmospheric events are rare and emphasize how crazy the [----] fire season was and [----] in general Many likened the view to the red sky in Bladerunner (comparison picture 1)"
X Link 2023-09-09T14:24Z 14.3K followers, [----] engagements
"September [--] 1513: The Battle of Flodden took place. English forces led by the Earl of Surrey clashed with a larger Scottish army under King James IV near Branxton Northumberland. The Scots supporting their French allies suffered a crushing defeat. James IV leading [-----] Scots against [-----] English became the last British monarch killed in battle"
X Link 2023-09-09T15:45Z 14.2K followers, [----] engagements
"September [--] 1942: A Japanese submarine surfaced off Oregon's coast launching a floatplane piloted by Nobuo Fujita. He dropped incendiary bombs near Mount Emily Oregon trying to ignite forest fires to divert resources and scare the general American public. However the fires were swiftly contained. This was the only aircraft bombing on the US mainland during WWII"
X Link 2023-09-09T17:58Z 14.2K followers, 43.2K engagements
"Adam's Peak also known as Sri Pada in Sri Lanka is a revered mountain for several religions with a human footprint on the summit. Buddhists believe the footprint is Buddha's. Hindus attribute it to Shiva while Christians and Muslims consider it Adam's first earthly footprint. Pilgrims from each of these religions make the [----] foot (2243m) climb every year to see the print generally between December and May"
X Link 2023-09-09T19:02Z 14.2K followers, [----] engagements
"September [--] 1945: Mike the chicken was beheaded by farmer Lloyd Olsen of Fruita Colorado but continued to live for the next [--] months. After Mike survived Lloyd entered him into a touring sideshow company that went all around the US. The anomaly of Mike the headless chicken achieved national fame and recognition until he passed in March of 1947"
X Link 2023-09-10T12:24Z 14.3K followers, 39K engagements
"September [--] 1608: John Smith was elected president of Jamestown the first successful English settlement in North America. Initially imprisoned and nearly hanged during the voyage Smith's leadership became essential for Jamestown's survival. He established trade relations with local Native American tribes but at one point was captured and saved by Pocahontas. This tale though debated by historians is one of the most famous from the period"
X Link 2023-09-10T13:16Z 14.2K followers, [----] engagements
"September [--] 1989: Deion Sanders hit a homer for the Yankees and a few days later he scored his first NFL touchdown with a 68-yard punt return. Deion or Prime Time was one of the few athletes to compete at a high level in both the NFL and the MLB. He was a special athlete and has continued being exceptional into his coaching career now with Colorado"
X Link 2023-09-10T14:15Z 13.2K followers, [----] engagements
"September [--] 1940: Buckingham Palace was hit by German bombs during the London Blitz of World War II. King George VI and Queen Elizabeth were inside the palace at the time but remained unharmed. The damage the bombing caused was repaired after the war ended"
X Link 2023-09-10T15:21Z 12.1K followers, 25.4K engagements
"September [--] 1984: The show Jeopardy premiered with Alex Trebek as the host. This marked the beginning of Trebek's iconic three decade Jeopardy career. The show aired for households five days a week which over time solidified Trebeks status as a television icon. His distinctive hosting style combined with the show's unique format quickly made it a beloved cultural staple"
X Link 2023-09-10T16:26Z 13.2K followers, [----] engagements
"September [--] 1966: Muhammad Ali defended his heavyweight boxing title by defeating German boxer Karl Mildenberger. The fight took place in Frankfurt Germany and Ali won by a Technical Knockout in the 12th round. Mildenberger a skilled southpaw was a challenge for Ali but"
X Link 2023-09-10T17:26Z 14.2K followers, [--] engagements
"@archi_tradition Incredible"
X Link 2023-09-10T18:42Z [--] followers, [---] engagements
"@historyinmemes Very strong women of Weinberg"
X Link 2023-09-10T19:11Z 14.5K followers, [---] engagements
"@UmarBzv This comes out to 3% - 4% of the worlds population. A terrible loss"
X Link 2023-09-10T19:46Z 14.2K followers, [----] engagements
"@JamesLucasIT Had not heard of that legend. Amazing story"
X Link 2023-09-10T20:00Z 18.4K followers, [---] engagements
"@historyinmemes Seems like it motivated him to make it permanent"
X Link 2023-09-10T22:47Z 12K followers, [----] engagements
"@UmarBzv Incredible"
X Link 2023-09-10T23:06Z 14.3K followers, [---] engagements
"September [--] 2001: The September [--] terrorist attacks occurred in the U.S. Nineteen al-Qaeda militants hijacked four planes. Two crashed into New York's Twin Towers which caused them to collapse. Another hit the Pentagon in Virginia while the fourth United [--] crashed in Pennsylvania after passengers intervened. Nearly [----] people were killed which is the highest death count related to a terrorism event in U.S. history"
X Link 2023-09-11T10:55Z 14.2K followers, 84.5K engagements
"September [--] [--] AD: The disastrous Battle of Teutoburg Forest ended after four days of fighting. Rome wanted to expand east of the Rhine and appointed governor Varus with the task. Germanic chieftain Arminius once a Roman ally secretly united tribes against Rome. Varus was lured into Teutoburg Forest and his 15000-20000 men were ambushed on tough terrain. The loss was devastating and back in Rome a distraught Augustus would periodically cry out Varus give me back my legions The Rhine became Rome's boundary in the northwest for the next several centuries"
X Link 2023-09-11T14:08Z 13.2K followers, [----] engagements
"September [--] 1503: Michelangelo began sculpting the [--] apostles after receiving a contract from the Consuls of the Wool Guild in Florence. However when Michelangelo left for Rome the contract was cancelled and the project was never completed. Only one apostle St. Matthew was partially finished and is now on display in Florence at the same museum as Michelangelos David. The partially finished statue provides an incredible look into Michelangelos sculpting process"
X Link 2023-09-11T15:09Z 12.4K followers, [----] engagements
"September [--] 1297: At the Battle of Stirling Bridge Scottish forces led by William Wallace and Andrew de Moray used a narrow bridge to split and defeat a larger English army. They let part of the English army cross then the Scottish warriors attacked trapping them. The Scots won decisively which was a turning point in the war and Wallace was knighted after the battle and became "Guardian of Scotland.""
X Link 2023-09-11T16:20Z 14.2K followers, [----] engagements
"September [--] 1906: Mahatma Gandhi introduced the term Satyagraha which was foundational to his philosophy - the idea was to resist oppression without resorting to violence. This term was coined in South Africa where Gandhi spent [--] years fighting racial injustice of Indians. After his time there he departed back to India in [----] and was central in bringing independence to the country"
X Link 2023-09-11T17:42Z 14.2K followers, [---] engagements
"The "Door to Hell" is a fiery crater in Turkmenistan's Karakum Desert. In [----] Soviet geologists were drilling but accidentally hit an underground cavern filled with gas. The ground collapsed creating a large crater measuring about [--] meters in diameter. The geologists decided to burn off the gas expecting it would burn out within a few weeks. However the crater has been burning continuously since then resembling what a gateway to the underworld might look like in the middle of the desert"
X Link 2023-09-11T19:19Z 12.3K followers, [----] engagements
"September [--] 1229: Ogedei Khan was elected the Great Khan of the Mongol Empire succeeding his father Genghis Khan. His reign was a blend of traditional Mongol nomadic culture and the administrative needs of the vast territories he controlled. Under Ogedei's leadership the empire saw significant expansion into territories such as Central Asia the Korean Peninsula and even into Eastern Europe"
X Link 2023-09-11T20:25Z 14.3K followers, [----] engagements
"September [--] [---] BC: The Athenians faced off against the Persians in the Battle of Marathon. While the exact date is a matter of debate among historians experts like August Bckh suggest September [--] as the likely day. This battle was King Darius I's initial attempt at conquering Greece. The outnumbered Athenian forces with help from Plataean allies soundly defeated the Persians and set the precedent throughout Greece for years to come that the Persians could be beaten"
X Link 2023-09-12T05:33Z 14.2K followers, 40.7K engagements
"September [--] 1983: Arnold Schwarzenegger became an American citizen. Born in Austria Schwarzenegger moved to the United States in the late 1960s to further his career in bodybuilding. He would later achieve immense success in Hollywood and even serve as the Governor of California from [----] to 2011"
X Link 2023-09-12T11:30Z 14.2K followers, [----] engagements
"September [--] 1940: France's Lascaux cave paintings were accidentally discovered by [--] year old Marcel Ravidat and his dog Robot. These [-----] year old artworks located in the Dordogne region rank among the most significant examples of Upper Paleolithic art vividly illustrating large prehistoric animals. After initially opening to the public in [----] the cave paintings began to deteriorate. They were then shut down in [----] and restored to their original state"
X Link 2023-09-12T13:26Z 18.8K followers, 20.2K engagements
"September [--] 1992: Astronaut Mae Jemison became the first African-American woman to travel to space serving as a mission specialist aboard the Space Shuttle Endeavour. In addition to her historic journey into space Jemison is also a medical doctor engineer and educator. She continues to inspire many in the fields of space exploration and science today"
X Link 2023-09-12T15:24Z 13.2K followers, [----] engagements
"September [--] 2003: Johnny Cash passed away. He was one of America's most influential musicians with his blend of country rock and blues. He dominated music charts for decades with incredible hits like Ring of Fire and Folsom Prison Blues. Known as the Man in Black Cash won multiple Grammy Awards and left a lasting musical legacy after he passed"
X Link 2023-09-12T17:15Z 14.2K followers, [----] engagements
"@historyinmemes And look at him now. Kindness goes a long way"
X Link 2023-09-12T18:16Z 14.3K followers, [---] engagements
"September [--] 2018: The theme of the day is cave discoveries apparently Researchers uncovered one of the oldest known human drawings in Blombos Cave South Africa. The approximately [-----] year old design resembling a hashtag was crafted with red ochre on a silcrete flake (cemented layer of crust). This discovery provides a view into early Homo sapiens' behavior and abilities"
X Link 2023-09-12T19:03Z 12.4K followers, [----] engagements
"September [--] 122: Construction began on Hadrian's Wall in Northern England. Commissioned by Roman Emperor Hadrian this [--] mile fortification stretched from coast to coast marking the northern boundary of the Roman province of Britannia. It served both as defense against"
X Link 2023-09-13T05:23Z 14.2K followers, [---] engagements
"September [--] [---] BC: The temple of Jupiter Optimus Maximus was dedicated. It was situated on Capitoline Hill one of Rome's seven hills and it overlooked the Roman Forum making it a central and dominant structure in ancient Rome. The temple was dedicated to the Capitoline"
X Link 2023-09-13T11:05Z 14.2K followers, [--] engagements
"September [--] 1782: During the Great Siege of Gibraltar in the American War of Independence a massive French and Spanish force launched the Grand Assault to recapture Gibraltar from the British. General George Elliott commanded the British defenders and repelled the attack. The"
X Link 2023-09-13T13:12Z 14.3K followers, [--] engagements
"September [--] [--] AD: Roman Emperor Titus reign ended when he passed away from a fever. Titus ruled from 79-81 AD and is recognized for significant accomplishments during his brief reign. He oversaw the completion of the Colosseum and responded to the devastating eruption of Mount Vesuvius providing relief to affected regions. Though his time as emperor was short Titus left an lasting mark on Roman history with his projects and compassionate governance"
X Link 2023-09-13T15:14Z 16.7K followers, [----] engagements
"September [--] 1501: Today marks the beginning of Michelangelos long endeavor of sculpting the Statue of David which took him three years to complete. He worked on the statue in a workshop situated next to the Florence Cathedral. Michelangelo used a direct carving technique"
X Link 2023-09-13T17:05Z 14.4K followers, [---] engagements
"An incredible structure. The Colosseum is the world's largest standing ancient amphitheater. Built from 72-80 AD during the Flavian dynasty it's made of travertine tuff and concrete. It seated [-----] people (larger than many modern stadiums) for gladiator fights re-enactments of famous battles and more. Over the centuries it has been damaged from earthquakes and even robbers but it remains an iconic Roman symbol and is one of the New Seven Wonders of the World"
X Link 2023-09-13T18:20Z 14.3K followers, [----] engagements
"September [--] 1812: After Napoleon's capture of Moscow a massive fire engulfed the city destroying nearly three-quarters of it. While the exact cause remains debated it is generally believed the Russians intentionally set it to deny the French resources. The devastation and lack of supplies forced Napoleon's retreat which proved disastrous for the Grande Arme. The fire combined with the Russian winter and guerrilla attacks decimated Napoleon's forces setting the stage for his eventual downfall"
X Link 2023-09-14T05:15Z 12.6K followers, 47.5K engagements
"September [--] 1975: Rembrandt's masterpiece "The Night Watch" was severely damaged when a disturbed schoolteacher slashed the painting multiple times with a knife. This attack particularly harmed the area depicting the main figures (picture 1). A meticulous restoration process followed and while the painting was mostly restored some marks from the damage remain visible upon close inspection (picture 2). The incident led to increased security measures for the painting"
X Link 2023-09-14T12:44Z 14.2K followers, [----] engagements
"September [--] 1985: The Penang Bridge opened as Malaysia's longest bridge spanning approximately [---] miles (13.5 km) and connecting Penang Island to the mainland. Before its construction ferries were the primary means of transportation between the two. Its title as the longest bridge was later claimed by the Penang Second Bridge spanning [--] miles (24 km) in [----] due to traffic demands"
X Link 2023-09-14T14:12Z 12.5K followers, [----] engagements
""The School of Athens" is a fresco in the Vatican's Apostolic Palace that Raphael completed in [----]. It portrays philosophers mathematicians and scientists from Ancient Greece including Plato Aristotle Pythagoras Archimedes and Heraclitus. Considered by many a defining piece of the era it epitomizes the Renaissance spirit. It celebrates the synthesis of classical wisdom and the renewed interest in science art and literature during Raphael's time"
X Link 2023-09-14T15:17Z 14.3K followers, 22K engagements
"September [--] 1180: The Battle of Ishibashiyama marked the beginning of the Genpei War between Japan's Taira and Minamoto clans led by Yoritomo. Yoritomos smaller force took a defensive position on top of Mount Ishibashi but the Taira surprise attacked at night. Despite their defeat and Yoritomo's narrow escape this battle initiated the Taira's eventual decline and the rise of the Minamoto's Kamakura Shogunate"
X Link 2023-09-14T16:32Z 14.3K followers, [----] engagements
"September [--] 1940: On this day during the Battle of Britain the Royal Air Force (RAF) decisively repelled a major Luftwaffe assault. The inspired RAF lost only [--] aircraft while the Germans lost between 57-61. This was the pivotal day in preventing a German invasion of Britain. (Pictured: RAF Ace Albert Gerald Lewis post battle)"
X Link 2023-09-15T05:34Z 14.2K followers, 20.7K engagements
"September [--] 1254: Marco Polo was born. The Italian merchant is known for his extensive travels throughout Asia documented by Rustichello da Pisa in "The Travels of Marco Polo." Polo introduced Europeans to Central Asia and China and his detailed observations and tales shaped"
X Link 2023-09-15T11:53Z 14.3K followers, [---] engagements
"September [--] 1835: After nearly four years since departing England Charles Darwin and the HMS Beagle reached the Galpagos Islands. The unique species Darwin observed especially the diverse finches profoundly influenced his theory of evolution by natural selection"
X Link 2023-09-15T13:13Z 12.1K followers, [----] engagements
"September [--] 2021: SpaceX launched Inspiration4 from Cape Canaveral marking the first civilian only spaceflight in history. All four civilians received astronaut training from SpaceX prior which set a new precedent for who can access space"
X Link 2023-09-15T15:36Z 14.2K followers, [---] engagements
"September [--] 1916: Tanks were used in warfare for the first time during the Battle of the Somme. The Mark I had a maximum speed of about [--] mph carried a crew of eight and was armed with two 6-pounder naval guns and machine guns. Despite the slow speed and mechanical issues its use was a significant shift in battlefield tactics paving the way for modern armored warfare. (Pictured: Mark I prototype Little Willie)"
X Link 2023-09-15T17:58Z 17.9K followers, [----] engagements
"@archi_tradition @world_walkerz If I visited Rome and could only see one placeit would be the Pantheon"
X Link 2023-09-15T19:11Z 14.2K followers, [--] engagements
"@Culture_Crit The city was initially founded by Spanish explorer Pedro de Mendoza in 1536"
X Link 2023-09-15T21:16Z 14.2K followers, [--] engagements
"September [--] 1620: The Pilgrims started their voyage on the Mayflower to escape religious persecution from the Church of England. There were [---] members of the congregation on board many young as the older members would follow when a settlement had been built. Upon seeing land after the difficult [--] week trip they decided to established the Mayflower Compact which was one of the earliest forms of self-governance in the New World. The Pilgrims founded Plymouth Colony in what's now Massachusetts"
X Link 2023-09-16T06:56Z 14.2K followers, 27.8K engagements
"The kocjan Caves in Slovenia are a remarkable cave system situated on the Karst Plateau. Posidonius of Apamea a stoic philosopher and historian referenced the caves in the 2nd century B.C. which is their first known written account. However archeological evidence suggests they were inhabited in prehistoric times. The caves are one of the largest known underground canyons in the world and are considered a natural treasure"
X Link 2023-09-16T13:05Z 17.7K followers, 56.2K engagements
"@pintosjavi So cool. Youll have to check kocjan out next"
X Link 2023-09-16T13:44Z 14.2K followers, [--] engagements
"September [--] 1979: Two East German families the Strelzyks and Wetzels made a daring escape to West Germany using a homemade hot air balloon. Crafting it secretly over [--] months they made several attempts before it worked. In the dead of night they launched from Thuringian"
X Link 2023-09-16T15:38Z 14.2K followers, [--] engagements
"September [--] 1847: Shakespeares birthplace in Stratford-upon-Avon was preserved. It was acquired by The Shakespeare Birthplace Trust who also went on to acquire several other sites important to Shakespeare. The home was originally built in the 16th century and housed William and his family throughout his childhood. This acquisition ensured one part of Shakespeares legacy will last for years to come"
X Link 2023-09-16T17:05Z 14.3K followers, [----] engagements
"September [--] 1810: Mexico's separation from Spain began in the town of Dolores Hidalgo. Father Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla a Creole priest rang his church bells calling locals to rise against Spanish colonial rule. This event termed "Grito de Dolores" ignited Mexico's War of"
X Link 2023-09-16T19:38Z 14.2K followers, [--] engagements
"@KnowledgeArchiv Not from me I like this style of learning I think its engaging and adds to the story. But as you do more Ill let you know if anything stands out"
X Link 2023-09-16T19:54Z 14.2K followers, [--] engagements
"September [--] 1849: Harriet Tubman escaped from slavery in Maryland. Over the next decade she made [--] trips to the South leading around [---] slaves to freedom including several members of her own family. The network of bringing the rescued slaves to safety was called the Underground Railroad. Tubman was the railroads most famous conductor and became known as the Moses of her people. Legend says she never lost a fugitive she was leading to freedom"
X Link 2023-09-17T07:07Z 14.3K followers, 38.5K engagements
"@rmasur Glad you heard about it"
X Link 2023-09-17T07:10Z 14.3K followers, [--] engagements
"September [--] 1954: Sir William Golding's "Lord of the Flies" was published. The novel tells the story of British boys stranded on an island after their plane crashes. Without adults they try to create order but chaos takes over. Golding explores how easily civilization can break down and the wild side of human nature. It's a widely studied book in schools and is considered a classic"
X Link 2023-09-17T13:09Z 14.3K followers, [----] engagements
"The Acropolis of Athens is a historic citadel located on a hilltop above Athens Greece. The Parthenon is the most well known structure built by Pericles in the 5th century BC. It is an incredible site and a testament to the wonder of Ancient Greece"
X Link 2023-09-17T14:13Z 12.1K followers, 32.5K engagements
"September [--] 1787: The U.S. Constitution was signed in Philadelphia by leaders including James Madison Benjamin Franklin and Alexander Hamilton. The document crafted after months of debate established America's federal system and its three branches. It was ratified by nine states in [----] with the Bill of Rights added in [----]. (Pictured: Oil painting of the signing by Howard Chandler Christy completed in 1940)"
X Link 2023-09-17T16:02Z 14.3K followers, [----] engagements
"September [--] 1850: San Francisco faced its fourth great fire devastating a large part of downtown. It started in a paint shop and spread fast as the buildings of the city were highly flammable since they had been stood up quickly due to the gold rush. The city's lack of an organized fire department and water supply also hindered firefighting efforts. This was the fourth of seven major San Francisco fires that devastated the city between [----] and 1851"
X Link 2023-09-17T17:56Z 11.9K followers, [----] engagements
"September [--] 1862: The Battle of Antietam near Sharpsburg Maryland became the bloodiest single day of the American Civil War with over [-----] casualties (includes killed wounded and missing). While neither the Union nor Confederate side claimed a clear victory the battle stopped General Robert E. Lee's invasion of the North. The outcome emboldened President Lincoln to issue the Emancipation Proclamation declaring that all slaves in Confederate territories would be set free"
X Link 2023-09-17T19:03Z 11.8K followers, [----] engagements
"Machu Picchu is an ancient Inca site in the Andes Mountains of Peru. Introduced to the West by Hiram Bingham in [----] its purpose remains debated but latest archeological evidence suggests it likely served as a royal retreat. Its isolation in the dense forest kept it hidden from Spanish conquerors helping it remain largely intact. Another aspect impacting Machu Picchus preservation is the incredible stonework by the Incas with many structures still standing after [---] years"
X Link 2023-09-18T06:02Z 14.2K followers, 40.3K engagements
"September [--] 1454: The Teutonic Knights defeated the larger Polish army at the Battle of Chojnice during the Thirteen Years War. Initially Polish cavalry broke Teutonic lines but a Teutonic surprise attack from the rear allowed a counteroffensive which turned the tide. In the aftermath the Poles suffered heavy losses with [----] dead and key commanders captured while the Teutonic Knights lost only [---] men"
X Link 2023-09-18T11:25Z 14.2K followers, [----] engagements
"September [--] 1970: Jimi Hendrix the iconic guitarist and songwriter passed away. Known for blending rock blues and psychedelia Hendrix will always be one of rock musics all time greats - who else can play a solo without their hands (See video)"
X Link 2023-09-18T13:16Z 14.2K followers, 13.1K engagements
"September [--] 1973: Future President Jimmy Carter filed a report with the International UFO Bureau recalling a [----] UFO sighting in Leary Georgia. Carter along with 10-12 witnesses described a bright object changing colors in the sky before it flew away. During his [----] campaign Carter promised to disclose all UFO information. However as president he cited national security concerns as a reason for not releasing certain details"
X Link 2023-09-18T14:41Z 14.2K followers, [----] engagements
"September [--] 1851: The New York Times published its first issue. Founded by Henry Jarvis Raymond and George Jones it aimed to deliver news objectively which differed from the era's sensationalist journalism. The paper adopted the mantra "All the News That's Fit to Print" in [----] showing its commitment to unbiased reporting. It has since become one of the most influential newspapers in the United States and around the world winning numerous Pulitzer Prizes"
X Link 2023-09-18T16:22Z 14.2K followers, [----] engagements
"September [--] 1793: President George Washington laid the cornerstone for the United States Capitol building in Washington D.C. This event marked the construction of one of the most iconic and important buildings in the U.S. The cornerstone contains a time capsule which according to records might hold items like newspapers and a George Washington-autographed Bible although its exact contents remain a mystery as it has never been opened"
X Link 2023-09-18T17:57Z 14.2K followers, [----] engagements
"September [--] 1957: The first U.S. underground nuclear detonation test occurred. It was called the Ranier test part of a larger series of nuclear detonations in Nevada named Operation Plumbbob. Nevada was the U.S.' primary nuclear testing location from 1951-1992 with over [---] nuclear tests being conducted. You can see the aftermath of the craters below"
X Link 2023-09-19T06:18Z 14.2K followers, 29.7K engagements
"Table Mountain is one of the most famous landmarks of South Africa. It is surrounded by pre-historic archeological sites dating back to the Stone Age with examples of rock art and stone tools from the ancient inhabitants. Said to be [---] million years old which is older than the Himalayas Rockies and the Andes the mountain is home to over [----] species of plants many of which cant be found anywhere else in the world. Locally there are plenty of myths and legends about Table Mountain. The most well known is of the pirate Van Hunks and his smoking contest with the Devil which explains the"
X Link 2023-09-19T13:24Z 16.4K followers, 21K engagements
"September [--] 1893: New Zealand made history by becoming the first country to grant all women the right to vote. Led by Kate Sheppard (pictured) a [-----] signature petition was presented to the New Zealand Parliament the largest petition they ever received. This led to the passage of the Electoral Act of [----] which recognized the voting rights of women over [--]. It was a pivotal moment in the global women's suffrage movement as other countries started to follow suit"
X Link 2023-09-19T14:42Z 12.7K followers, [----] engagements
"In the Roman Colosseum there were two important gates for gladiators. All entered through the eastern gate named Porta Sanavivaria the Gate of Life. However the exit was a different story. Only the victors would return through the Gate of Life while the fallen would be dragged through Porta Libitinensis the Gate of Death. Upon entering the Colosseum gladiators were immediately confronted by the Gate of Death to the west a reminder of the grave consequences if they failed to be victorious"
X Link 2023-09-19T18:05Z 14.3K followers, [----] engagements
"September [--] 1952: The United States stopped Charlie Chaplin from re-entering the country after a trip to England. This decision was heavily influenced by Chaplin's assumed political beliefs and associations as he had been accused of communist sympathies during the era of McCarthyism. Chaplin decided to move to Switzerland where he lived the rest of his life only returning to the US one time in [----] to receive an honorary Oscar"
X Link 2023-09-19T20:05Z 12.5K followers, [----] engagements
"September [--] 622: Prophet Muhammad and Abu Bakr migrated from Mecca to Yathrib (later Medina) due to increasing religious persecution. This pivotal event known as the Hijra marked the beginning of the Islamic calendar. In Medina Muhammad established the first Islamic state and the city became a vital center for the faith"
X Link 2023-09-20T05:56Z 14.2K followers, 33.4K engagements
"September [--] 1870: Italian forces under King Victor Emmanuel II captured Rome from the Papal States seizing the opportunity of French troops being preoccupied with the Franco-Prussian War. Pope Pius IX in protest proclaimed himself a "prisoner in the Vatican." Tensions persisted between Italy and the Papacy until 1929's Lateran Treaty which recognized the Vatican City as a sovereign state. The capture of Rome was a huge step toward Italy's unification. Pictured: Victor Emmanuel II National Monument. It was built to honour Victor Emmanuel II the first king of a unified Italy"
X Link 2023-09-20T12:28Z 14.2K followers, [----] engagements
"September [--] 2012: In Ohio Samuel Mullet and his extremist Amish group were found guilty of hate crimes for forcibly cutting the hair and beards of fellow Amish due to religious disagreements. These attacks frightened Ohio's Amish community of [-----] prompting them to involve the police which is uncommon for them. The trial shed light on Mullet's cult-like control with claims of marital coercion and abuse. On February [--] [----] Mullet received a 15-year prison sentence for hate motivated crimes"
X Link 2023-09-20T13:32Z 14.2K followers, [----] engagements
"September [--] 1948: George R. R. Martin was born. As a child in Bayonne New Jersey he was captivated by tales of mythical lands leading him to write his own stories. His magnum opus surely is "A Song of Ice and Fire" the monumental fantasy series. This saga was adapted into HBO's iconic Game of Thrones which solidified Martin's legacy on the world of fantasy literature"
X Link 2023-09-20T14:30Z 14.2K followers, [----] engagements
"The Tower of Hercules in A Corua Spain is the only fully preserved Roman lighthouse still used for maritime signaling. It was constructed in the 1st century AD during the reign of the Roman Emperor Trajan. The tower underwent a meticulous restoration in the 18th century which preserved its original Roman core while updating its technical functions and adding a fourth story. Legend has it that the tower was named after Hercules who according to myth defeated the giant Geryon and built the tower on the very spot where he buried the giant's head"
X Link 2023-09-20T15:54Z 12.3K followers, 23.9K engagements
"September [--] 1765: Antoine de Beauterne claimed he killed the Beast of Gvaudan but the attacks continued soon after showing he was not being truthful. The beast terrorized Gvaudan France from [----] to [----] and was said to resemble a large wolf. It reportedly killed over [---] people and the situation got so bad King Louis XV sent expert hunters to the region. However the terror persisted until [----] when Jean Chastel allegedly killed the beast with a silver bullet. The Beast's true identity is still debated with theories ranging from wolf to a wolf/dog hybrid and even human involvement. Of course"
X Link 2023-09-21T13:17Z 14.2K followers, [----] engagements
"September [--] [--] BC: Julius Caesar celebrated his victory over Gaul with a procession in Rome called a Roman Triumph. One of the most significant parts of this triumph was the parade of Vercingetorix the leader of the Gauls. He had been captured and held for several years before being parading in front of all of Rome and was then executed. This was the first of four triumphs that celebrated Ceasars victories over Gaul Egypt Pontus and Africa"
X Link 2023-09-21T14:25Z 14.2K followers, 14.5K engagements
"September [--] 1915: Cecil Chubb a wealthy local barrister bought Stonehenge at an auction for [----] roughly $30000. His reason for the purchase as he later stated was to prevent it from being acquired by a foreign buyer. In [----] just three years after acquiring it Chubb gifted Stonehenge to the nation and in recognition of this generous act he was knighted. From that point on the monument has been under public ownership and is now managed by English Heritage"
X Link 2023-09-21T15:58Z 14.2K followers, 25.8K engagements
"This is Rovinj (Rovigno in Italian) a beautiful coastal town in Croatia's Istrian peninsula. Founded by the Illyrians in ancient times it later flourished under Roman and then Venetian rule. Its Venetian heritage is evident in the old town's cobbled streets and buildings constructed in a mix of Gothic Renaissance Baroque and Neoclassical styles. You can see St. Euphemia's Basilica dominates its skyline built in the 18th century. The town was actually an island until [----] when the narrow channel separating it from the mainland was filled in. It is a truly incredible place"
X Link 2023-09-21T16:42Z 14.3K followers, [----] engagements
"September [--] 1937: J.R.R. Tolkien's "The Hobbit" was published by George Allen & Unwin in London. The story centers around Bilbo Baggins a hobbit from the Shire who joins a group of dwarves and the wizard Gandalf on a quest to reclaim a stolen treasure from the dragon Smaug. The book's popularity prompted demands for a sequel which resulted in the creation of "The Lord of the Rings." Over the years "The Hobbit" has been adapted into films plays and radio dramas"
X Link 2023-09-21T17:48Z 14.2K followers, [---] engagements
"I need to say thank you so much to everyone following Im blown away and having an incredible time sharing these pieces of history with all of you. Hope you're enjoying it as much as I am"
X Link 2023-09-21T19:45Z 14.2K followers, [----] engagements
"September [--] 1958: Andrea Bocelli the Italian tenor songwriter and producer was born. He pursued a career in music after becoming blind from a football accident. Since then hes sold over [--] million records blessing us all with his amazing talent"
X Link 2023-09-22T13:25Z 14.2K followers, [---] engagements
"Verona has a rich history It was an important Roman city and Verona Arena which is a large Roman amphitheater still hosts concerts and opera performances. The city also has some of the most well preserved architecture in the world including Romanesque churches Renaissance palaces and medieval buildings. Theres also a connection to Shakespeare Verona is often referred to as the City of Love because Shakespeare chose it as his setting for "Romeo and Juliet." There's even a 14th-century house said to be Juliets that can be visited. A truly beautiful place"
X Link 2023-09-22T15:41Z 14.2K followers, [----] engagements
"September [--] 1997: Elton John released "Candle in the Wind 1997" a reworked version of his [----] song to pay tribute to the recently deceased Princess Diana. The lyrics were changed to Goodbye England's Rose instead of Norma Jean in the original version. Elton John"
X Link 2023-09-22T16:56Z 14.2K followers, [---] engagements
"September [--] 1909: Gaston Leroux's "The Phantom of the Opera" debuted in the French newspaper Le Gaulois. Leroux was inspired by tales and rumors surrounding the Paris Opera House including its underground lake and rumors of strange occurrences. Though it did not achieve immediate success the story later gained immense popularity. There are various adaptations with one of the most notable being Andrew Lloyd Webber's [----] musical"
X Link 2023-09-23T13:07Z 12.5K followers, 20.5K engagements
"September [--] 1387: One of the most lavish and extravagant medieval feasts in English history happened. It was held in honor of King Richard II and his uncle John of Gaunt. Medieval feasts were a way for nobility to display their wealth power and generosity and this one topped them all. Check out the huge menu below [--] salted oxen [--] pounds salted venison [--] boar including heads [---] sheep heads [---] marrowbones More than [---] waterbirds including cranes herons and curlews [--] swans [---] capons [----] pigeons [---] geese [-----] eggs"
X Link 2023-09-23T14:04Z 14.2K followers, [----] engagements
"September 23: Four men that greatly impacted the world were born today. I didnt want to pick just one or two so heres all four [--] BC Augustus: First Roman Emperor initiated Pax Romana. [----] Kublai Khan: Mongolian emperor Yuan Dynasty founder. [----] Ray Charles: Pioneering rhythm and blues musician. [----] Bruce Springsteen: Energetic rock singer-songwriter. Two emperors and two musicians I would never have guessed those four names would be on the same list but here we are. Does anyone have a favorite"
X Link 2023-09-23T17:23Z 12.2K followers, 49.3K engagements
"Hungary sits closer to the earths mantle than most other countries causing it to be home to over [---] thermal baths. Miskolctapolca Cave Bath is one of these but unique as it is the only natural cave bath in all of Europe. The site of the cave is on a resort built in [----] near Miskolc. Up until recently it was reserved for elites but now the general public has access. The Romans knew about Miskolctapolca Cave but it has only been used for bathing since medieval times"
X Link 2023-09-23T17:58Z 14.2K followers, [----] engagements
"September [--] 1862: Northern newspapers published President Lincoln's preliminary Emancipation Proclamation. This document signaled the intention to free all slaves in Confederate-held territories effective January [--] [----]. Aimed at weakening the Confederacy and discouraging foreign support for it this proclamation marked a shift in the Civil War towards not only preserving the Union but also ending slavery"
X Link 2023-09-23T18:53Z 14.2K followers, [----] engagements
"September [--] 1889: Nintendo turns [---] years old today. Now a leader in global video gaming it has come a long way from its origins as a playing card company"
X Link 2023-09-23T19:43Z 12K followers, 23.1K engagements
"September [--] 1880: In a letter to his brother Vincent Van Gogh said I felt my energy return and that I said to myself in any event Ill recover from it Ill pick up my pencil that I put down in my great discouragement and Ill get back to drawing and from then on it seems to me everything has changed for me." At this point he was still in the early stages of being an artist. During his life he struggled with motivation and self doubt and this quote shows his resolve in overcoming one of those moments early in his career"
X Link 2023-09-24T12:45Z 14.2K followers, 31.8K engagements
"September [--] 1852: The Giffard dirigible designed by French inventor Henri Giffard made its maiden flight of [--] miles from Paris to Trappes. This was the first powered passenger-carrying airship. It was propelled by a steam engine which showed that controlled powered flight was possible for travel"
X Link 2023-09-24T17:28Z 14.2K followers, 22.7K engagements
"September [--] 1890: Sequoia National Park was established by President Benjamin Harrison. It was the first national park designated to protect a living organism the giant sequoia trees. This park prevented further logging of these ancient trees as their numbers were beginning to drastically decrease. It is in California's southern Sierra Nevada mountains and became California's first national park and the second in the United States following Yellowstone"
X Link 2023-09-25T12:24Z 14.2K followers, [----] engagements
"September [--] 1926: Henry Ford implemented an [--] hour work day and [--] day work week at Ford Motor Company. Prior to this it was common to work 100+ hours and six days a week. Ford also doubled salaries of all his workers with the expectation that productivity would increase despite the shorter week. He was correct and many of his suppliers followed suit. Later the Fair Labor Standards Act of [----] established similar work standards on a national scale"
X Link 2023-09-25T13:49Z 16.4K followers, 72.4K engagements
"September [--] 275: The Roman Senate chose an emperor for the last time electing Marcus Claudius Tacitus as emperor. From then on military endorsement fame or family ties to former emperors played bigger roles in claiming the throne. This shift highlighted a change in political power dynamics in the Roman Empire where military support became crucial for a stable reign"
X Link 2023-09-25T15:03Z 14.3K followers, [----] engagements
"September [--] 1951: Mark Hamill was born in Oakland California and turns [--] years old today. He famously played Luke Skywalker in the iconic Star Wars franchise. His skills as an actor have been showcased in his various roles that include voice acting and Broadway performances. However his role as Luke has left a permanent impact on popular culture as the Star Wars franchise continues to release new movies and shows today"
X Link 2023-09-25T16:18Z 14.3K followers, [----] engagements
"September [--] 1987: The booty collected from the pirate ship Whydah which sunk off Cape Cod in [----] was auctioned off. The worth was around $400 million. Whydah had been captained by Captain Samuel Bellamy also called Black Sam. It is the only verified pirate shipwreck ever discovered which gives us significant archaeological insight into pirate life during the early 18th century"
X Link 2023-09-25T17:15Z 14.2K followers, 31.7K engagements
"September [--] 1687: During the Venetian siege of Athens cannon fire from Venetian forces struck the Parthenon which was being used by the Ottomans for gunpowder storage. It triggering a massive explosion significantly damaging the Parthenon that up until that time had been largely intact. Its one of the most vivid examples of a historic monument and cultural site being damaged or destroyed because of war"
X Link 2023-09-26T12:50Z 12.3K followers, 32.9K engagements
"September [--] 1665: London experienced the most horrific week of The Great Plague of London where [----] people died in seven days. The bubonic plague ravaged the city in 1665-1666 claiming up to [------] lives in total. Homes with infections were marked for quarantine though that practice was not very effective since the spread continued. The plague finally stopped when winter arrived in [----] and the Great Fire in [----] helped even further"
X Link 2023-09-26T14:02Z [--] followers, 20.4K engagements
"Neuschwanstein Castle is a 19th-century romanesque revival palace in Bavaria Germany. Commissioned in [----] by King Ludwig II the castle was supposed to be his personal retreat and also a tribute to composer Richard Wagner. It was funded by Ludwigs personal fortune as he did not want to use Bavarian public funds. Unfortunately he died before it was finished and Neuschwanstein was opened to the public shortly after Ludwig passed away in [----]. It is said Neuschwanstein is the inspiration for many fairytale castles including Disneys. Neuschwanstein in the snow is truly ethereal."
X Link 2023-09-26T15:05Z 14.2K followers, [----] engagements
"September [--] [--] BC: Julius Caesar dedicated the Temple of Venus Genetrix in Rome fulfilling a vow he made at the Battle of Pharsalus. Caesar did this as an act of gratitude to Venus for the victory over Pompey and to emphasize his claim of divine lineage to the goddess. The dedication of the temple solidified his authority in the transformative period of the Roman Republic"
X Link 2023-09-26T16:11Z [--] followers, [----] engagements
"September [--] 1991: Today marks the beginning of the Biosphere [--] experiment in Arizona. Eight people lived in a sealed environment from [----] to [----] to research how well a closed ecological system could support human life. They did make it the full two years meaning today also marks the end of the experiment in [----]. They encountered challenges such as oxygen levels dropping and difficulties in food production. Overall it was a success and it provided valuable data and lessons for future experiments and space colonization discussions"
X Link 2023-09-26T17:52Z 11K followers, [----] engagements
"September [--] 1960: The first televised US presidential debate occurred between John F. Kennedy and Richard Nixon. Nixon was recovering from illness and looked unwell while Kennedy was young and energetic which seemed to sway public opinion in favor of Kennedy. The two addressed domestic issues like the economy and healthcare. Since then televised debates have become regular occurrences during U.S. presidential campaigns"
X Link 2023-09-26T18:49Z 14.2K followers, [----] engagements
"September [--] 1590: Pope Urban VII passed away from malaria just [--] days after becoming Pope which is the shortest papacy in history. Despite his short tenure he was known for his charitable acts during the famine in Rome at the time. Unfortunately he died before he could further share that kindness with the rest of the world"
X Link 2023-09-27T13:38Z 14.2K followers, 22.2K engagements
"September [--] 1989: Jeffrey Petkovich and Peter Debernardi became the first two men to go over Niagara Falls in a barrel and live. They were the 11th and 12th people to attempt it. The barrel they used was made of steel and weighed about [----] pounds and even had plexiglass so"
X Link 2023-09-27T15:12Z [--] followers, [--] engagements
"September [--] 1822: Jean-Franois Champollion announced that he had successfully deciphered the Rosetta Stone. It was a huge breakthrough that paved the way for modern Egyptology and understanding hieroglyphics. The Rosetta Stone was discovered in [----] and had inscriptions in three scripts: Greek Demotic and hieroglyphic. Since all three were present Champollion was able to unravel the mysteries of the ancient script that had been lost to history for over a millennium"
X Link 2023-09-27T16:16Z 12.3K followers, 36.5K engagements
"September [--] 1908: The first Ford Model T known as the Tin Lizzie rolled out of the Piquette Plant in Detroit Michigan for the first time. Created by Henry Ford the Model T was produced on assembly lines which made it affordable for many Americans. It had a 20-horsepower engine and reached speeds of [--] mph. The Model T changed the auto industry forever and led to what we know today"
X Link 2023-09-27T17:25Z 12.4K followers, [----] engagements
"The Dome of St. Peter's Basilica dominates the skyline of Rome. Michelangelo was the chief architect starting in [----] but it was finished after his death by Giacomo della Porta in [----]. Its magnificent"
X Link 2023-09-27T18:24Z 14.2K followers, [----] engagements
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