World Pasta Day: This day celebrates one of the world’s favorite foods, pasta! It’s a day to enjoy all kinds of pasta dishes and to appreciate the versatility and cultural significance of this beloved food.
International Artists Day: This day is dedicated to recognizing and celebrating artists of all kinds, including painters, musicians, writers, and performers. It’s a day to appreciate the beauty and creativity that artists bring to the world.
Global Handwashing Day: This day is dedicated to promoting and raising awareness about the importance of handwashing as a key way to prevent the spread of diseases and illnesses.
World Spina Bifida and Hydrocephalus Day: This day is dedicated to raising awareness about spina bifida and hydrocephalus, two medical conditions that affect the brain and spinal cord.
World Development Information Day: This day is dedicated to promoting awareness about global development issues and the role that information and communication technologies can play in addressing them. It’s a day to reflect on the importance of access to information and communication in building a better world.
1415: Battle of Agincourt – English forces, led by King Henry V, defeat French forces in the Hundred Years’ War.
1854: The Charge of the Light Brigade – British light cavalry charge a heavily defended Russian position during the Crimean War, resulting in heavy losses.
1917: October Revolution – The Bolshevik Party, led by Vladimir Lenin, seizes power in Russia.
1944: Battle of Leyte Gulf – The largest naval battle in history takes place in the Pacific Theater of World War II, resulting in a decisive victory for the Allies.
1971: The United Nations admits the People’s Republic of China and expels Taiwan.
1983: The United States invades Grenada, overthrowing the government of Prime Minister Maurice Bishop.
2011: Libyan dictator Muammar Gaddafi is captured and killed by rebel forces, marking the end of the Libyan Civil War.
