Neither the life of an individual nor the history of a society can be understood without understanding both.’ — C. Wright Mills
1. The Potsdam Conference began
On this day in history in 1945 The Potsdam Conference began. The heads of the US, the UK, and USSR met in Potsdam to discuss the terms of the German and Japanese surrenders, and to make post-war plans. history of a society
2. Disneyland opened its doors for the first time
On this day in history in 1955 Disneyland opened its doors for the first time. The popular theme park (“The Happiest Place on Earth”) was opened by Walt Disney in Anaheim, California.
3. Indonesia annexed East Timor and declared it its 27th province
On this day in history in 1976 Indonesia annexed East Timor and declared it its 27th province. This was the culmination of an 8-month long Indonesian invasion and occupation of the Southeast Asian country that began just after East Timor declared its independence from Portugal in November, 1975. history of a society
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4. The Stealth Bomber made its debut
On this day in history in 1989 The Stealth Bomber made its debut. The Northrop Grumman B-2 Spirit made its first public flight from Palmdale, California. history of a society
5. The international community adopted the Rome Statute, establishing the International Criminal Court (ICC)
On this day in history in 1998 The international community adopted the Rome Statute, establishing the International Criminal Court (ICC).. The ICC is the first international judicial body that has the power to try individuals for genocide, crimes against humanity and war crimes. history of a society
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