Today In History

1928: Release of Steamboat Willie "Steamboat Willie," the first fully synchronized sound cartoon, was released on November 18, 1928. This animated short is notable for introducing Mickey Mouse to the…

1953: Birth of Alan Moore Renowned British writer Alan Moore was born on November 18, 1953. Moore is best known for his work in the comic book industry, where he…

1916: End of the First Battle of the Somme The First Battle of the Somme, a significant and bloody campaign of World War I, concluded on November 18, 1916. Lasting…

1963: Introduction of Push Button Phones On November 18, 1963, the era of rotary dial telephones began to fade with the introduction of the first push-button phones. These innovative devices,…

International Students' Day International Students' Day is commemorated annually on November 17. This day marks the anniversary of the 1939 Nazi storming of the University of Prague after demonstrations against…

2003: Arnold Schwarzenegger as Californian Governor On November 17, 2003, Arnold Schwarzenegger is sworn in as the Governor of California, marking a unique instance of a renowned movie star transitioning…

1997: Luxor Massacre in Egypt The Luxor massacre, a tragic and shocking terrorist attack, occurs on November 17, 1997, in Egypt. Islamist militants attack the Temple of Hatshepsut in Luxor,…

1989: Velvet Revolution in Czechoslovakia On November 17, 1989, the Velvet Revolution begins in Czechoslovakia, a non-violent transition of power marking the end of 41 years of Communist rule in…

1558: Elizabethan Era Begins The Elizabethan era commences on November 17, 1558, marking a pivotal moment in English history. Queen Mary I of England, known for her staunch Catholicism and…

1965: Launch of Soviet Venera 3 The Soviet Union's Venera 3 spacecraft was launched on November 16, 1965. It was the first spacecraft to land on another planet, reaching Venus…