by Matilda Cruz | Nov 21, 2023 | History
November 21, 1920, became known as “Bloody Sunday” in Dublin, a day of violence that profoundly impacted the Irish War of Independence. Early that morning, the Irish Republican Army (IRA), under the command of Michael Collins, executed an attack targeting...
by Matilda Cruz | Nov 20, 2023 | History
On November 20th, 1902, a journalist under pressure came up with an idea that saved his job and changed the cycling history. Bicycle races were a popular sporting event in the early 1900s, and newspapers often reported on competitions in the world of biking. One such...
by Matilda Cruz | Nov 19, 2023 | History
On November 19, 1620, the Mayflower, carrying 102 passengers and around 30 crew members, finally arrived at Cape Cod after weeks of turbulent seas. Initially destined for the Virginia Colony, rough waters and challenging conditions brought the ship to present-day...
by Matilda Cruz | Nov 18, 2023 | History
On November 18, 1883, educator Charles F. Dowd proposed the concept of time zones. His system, designed to create uniformity, solved the chaos of inconsistent local times and brought about a new level of efficiency. This was essential for coordinating train schedules...
by Matilda Cruz | Nov 17, 2023 | History
On November 17, 1970, Douglas Engelbart was awarded the first patent for the computer mouse. Originally called the “X-Y position indicator,” Engelbart’s invention transformed how people interact with computers, paving the way for user-friendly...
