First flight of the Messerschmitt Bf 109 fighter aeroplane.
First flight of the Messerschmitt Bf 109 fighter aeroplane.
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The Louth flood of 1920, a severe flash flood in the Lincolnshire market town of Louth, results in 23…
The Louth flood of 1920, a severe flash flood in the Lincolnshire market town of Louth, results in 23 fatalities in 20 minutes. It has been described as one of the most significant flood disasters in the United Kingdom during the 20th century.
1913
Igor Stravinsky's ballet score The Rite of Spring receives its premiere performance in Paris, France,…
Igor Stravinsky's ballet score The Rite of Spring receives its premiere performance in Paris, France, provoking a near-riot.
1790
Rhode Island becomes the last of North America's original Thirteen Colonies to ratify the Constitution and…
Rhode Island becomes the last of North America's original Thirteen Colonies to ratify the Constitution and become one of the United States.
1630
Birth of Charles II of England
Born: Charles II of England (died 1685).
931
Death of Jimeno Garcés of Pamplona
Died: Jimeno Garcés of Pamplona.
526
A catastrophic earthquake hits Antioch, killing several thousands including patriarch Euphrasius.
A catastrophic earthquake hits Antioch, killing several thousands including patriarch Euphrasius.
363
The Roman emperor Julian defeats the Sasanian army in the Battle of Ctesiphon, under the walls of the…
The Roman emperor Julian defeats the Sasanian army in the Battle of Ctesiphon, under the walls of the Sasanian capital, but is unable to take the city.
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