October 21, 1973 – The Sydney Opera House Opened

October 21, 1973 – The Sydney Opera House Opened

Most people associate Sydney with the iconic Sydney Opera House, a marvel of modern architecture that opened on October 21, 1973. This marked a new era for performing arts in Australia. The world-renowned structure, celebrated for its unique and intriguing design and...
October 20, 1935 – The End of the “Long March”

October 20, 1935 – The End of the “Long March”

October 20, 1935, marks the conclusion of the Long March, a grueling year-long journey that reshaped the Chinese Communist Party (CCP). This 6,000-mile retreat was led by Mao Zedong and played a pivotal role in cementing his leadership. Though initially a military...
October 17, 1944 – The Battle of Leyte Gulf Began

October 17, 1944 – The Battle of Leyte Gulf Began

October 17, 1944, saw the beginning of the Battle of Leyte Gulf, a critical moment in World War II’s Pacific theater. This naval battle, one of the largest in history, was a crucial turning point that paved the way for Allied forces to retake the Philippines and...