The truth that all historical writing, even the most honest, is unconsciously subjective, since every age is bound, in spite of itself, to make the dead perform whatever tricks it finds necessary for its own peace of mind. Carl Becker, American historian (1873-1945)
List of historical events
1. Reinhold Messner’s Historic Climb
On this day In history in 1986, Italian mountaineer Reinhold Messner became the first person to scale all Eight-Thousanders, conquering Lhotse, the world’s fourth-tallest peak in Nepal.
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2. Papal Election
On this day In history in 1978, Karol Józef Wojtyła, Archbishop of Kraków, was elected Pope, taking the name John Paul II. He became the second-longest-serving pope in modern history.
3. China’s Nuclear Breakthrough
On this day In history 1964, China conducted its first nuclear test, codenamed Chic-1 or 596, at Lop Nur, becoming the world’s fifth nuclear power.
4. FAO Establishment
On this day In history in 1945, the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) was founded in Quebec City, Canada.
5. The Walt Disney Company
On this day in history in 1923, two brothers, Walt and Roy Disney founded the Disney Brothers Cartoon Studio in Hollywood, California, which later became the renowned Walt Disney Company. This iconic entertainment company has since become synonymous with beloved cartoons, animated movies, and characters.
