All great things must first wear terrifying and monstrous masks in order to inscribe themselves on the hearts of humanity.’ — Friedrich Nietzsche
1. Vincent Van Gogh shot himself
On this day in history in 1890 Vincent Van Gogh shot himself. The famed painter, shot himself in the chest. He died of his wounds two days later. Hearts of humanity
2. Bugs Bunny’s official debut
On this day in history in 1940 Bugs Bunny’s official debut. Bugs Bunny made his official debut in A Wild Hare. Hearts of humanity
3. Austrian State Treaty came to force
On this day in history in 1955 Austrian State Treaty came to force. The treaty re-established Austria as a democratic and sovereign country after World War II. It also ended the allied occupation of the country. Hearts of humanity
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4. Coup took place in Uganda
On this day in history in 1985 Coup in Uganda.Tito Lutwa Okello, a Ugandan military officer successfully staged a coup against president Milton Obote. Current president Yoweri Museveni ousted him 6 months later. Hearts of humanity
5. Queen Elizabeth II officially opened the 2012 Summer Olympics in London
On this day in history in 2012 Queen Elizabeth II officially opened the 2012 Summer Olympics in London. It was the 3rd time London had hosted the multi-event international sports event. The ceremony was called Isles of Wonder and was directed by Danny Boyle.
