History is always written by the winners. When two cultures clash, the loser is obliterated, and the winner writes the history books. Books, which glorify their own cause and disparage the conquered foe. As Napoleon once said, “what is history, but a fable agreed upon?”‘ — Dan Brown
List of historical events
1. Igor Stravinsky’s ballet “The Firebird” was premiered
On this day in history in 1910 Igor Stravinsky’s ballet “The Firebird” was premiered. The work was performed by Sergei Diaghilev’s legendary ballet company “Ballets Russes”. It was a huge success, catapulting Stravinsky to stardom.
2. The Diary of Anne Frank was published
On this day in history in 1947 The Diary of Anne Frank was published. The Jewish girl’s account of her life in hiding from the Nazis has become a well-known work of world literature and made Anne one of the most prominent victims of the Nazi regime. She died at age 15 in the Bergen-Belsen concentration camp. History is written
3. The Korean War began as North Korea invaded South Korea
On this day in history in 1950 The Korean War began as North Korea invaded South Korea.
The war soon evolved into an international conflict and a proxy war between the U.S. and the Soviet Union, leading to fears of a new World War. It was ended by an armistice in 1953.
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4. The world’s first live global satellite TV program was aired
On this day in history in 1967 The world’s first live global satellite TV program was aired. The BBC program “Our World” featured artists from 19 countries. The Beatles premiered their song “All You Need Is Love” on the show. Some 400 million viewers tuned in.
5. Both Canada and Turkey elected female heads of government for the first time
On this day in history in 1993 Both Canada and Turkey elected female heads of government for the first time. Kim Campbell became Canada’s and Tansu Çiller Turkey’s Prime Minister on this day. Worldwide, women in top political positions are still the exception. History is written
