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
1. Day skipped in the British Empire
On this day in history in 1752 Day skipped in the British Empire. The British Empire skipped 11 days starting September 3 when it adopted the Gregorian calendar. conquered foe
2. Treaty of Paris was Signed between Great Britain and the United States of America
On this day in history in 1783 Treaty of Paris was Signed between Great Britain and the United States of America. The treaty ended the American Revolutionary War. conquered foe
3. Dagen H in Sweden
On this day in history in 1967 Dagen H visited Sweden. On this day, Swedish drivers switched from driving on the left-hand side of the road to the right.
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4. Qatar gained independence
On this day in history in 1971 Qatar gained independence. The Persian Gulf state gained its independence after 55 years of British rule. conquered foe
5. Internet giant eBay was founded by Pierre Omidyar
On this day in history in 1995 Internet giant eBay was founded by Pierre Omidyar. The company owns ebay.com, an online marketplace and auction website. conquered foe