International Day of Peace: This day is observed to promote peace and non-violence around the world. It was first observed by the United Nations in 1981.
International Day of Clean Air for Blue Skies: This day is observed to raise awareness about the importance of clean air for the health and well-being of people and the planet. It was first observed by the United Nations General Assembly in 2019.
World Alzheimer’s Day: This day is observed to raise awareness about Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia, and to challenge the stigma and misinformation that surrounds the disease.
International Day of Sign Languages: This day is observed to promote and celebrate the use of sign languages around the world, and to raise awareness about the importance of sign languages in ensuring the full inclusion of deaf people in society.
International Day of Prayer for Peace: This day is observed by people of different faiths around the world to pray for peace and to promote interfaith dialogue and cooperation.
455 AD – The Vandals, led by King Gaiseric, sack Rome.
1780 – Benedict Arnold gives the British the plans to West Point.
1792 – The National Convention of France abolishes the monarchy and establishes the First French Republic.
1937 – J.R.R. Tolkien’s “The Hobbit” is first published.
1970 – The first Glastonbury Festival is held in Somerset, England.
1991 – Armenia declares independence from the Soviet Union.
2001 – The New York Stock Exchange reopens after the 9/11 terrorist attacks.
2014 – More than 310,000 people march in New York City to demand action on climate change.
2019 – The United States announces new sanctions on Iran following an attack on Saudi Arabian oil facilities.
