#24thfebruary #onthisday #history February 24th: A Day Steeped in History Around the World
On February 24th, the world stage witnesses various historical events, cultural celebrations, and individual achievements. Here's a glimpse into some noteworthy occurrences on this date:
Echoes from the Past:
• 1525: Battle of Pavia: Spanish and Austrian forces decisively defeat the French army, marking a significant turning point in the Italian Wars.
• 1538: Treaty of Nagyvárad: This agreement between the Holy Roman Emperor and the Hungarian king establishes religious tolerance in Hungary.
• 1582: Pope Gregory XIII issues the papal bull Inter gravissimas, officially introducing the Gregorian calendar.
• 1815: Napoleon Bonaparte escapes from exile on Elba, igniting the Hundred days before his final defeat at Waterloo.
• 1821: Mexico declares independence from Spain, marking the culmination of the Mexican War of Independence.
• 1876: Henrik Ibsen's play "Peer Gynt" premieres in Norway, becoming a cornerstone of Scandinavian theater.
• 1895: The Cuban War of Independence begins with a rebellion against Spanish rule.
• 1917: The Zimmerman Telegram, intercepted by the British, reveals Germany's attempt to draw Mexico into World War I against the United States.
• 1920: The Nazi Party is founded in Munich, Germany, by Adolf Hitler, setting the stage for a dark chapter in world history.
• 1946: Juan Perón is elected president of Argentina, ushering in a period of populist leadership.
Celebrations Around the Globe:
• Estonia: Independence Day: Commemorates the nation's declaration of independence from the Soviet Union in 1918.
• Mexico: National Flag Day: Celebrates the country's national flag with parades, ceremonies, and patriotic displays.
• Bhutan: National Day: Honors the coronation of Bhutan's first Druk Gyalpo (king) and celebrates national unity and culture.
Other Notable Events:
• 1801: The United Kingdom and Ireland signed the Act of Union, formally merging the two countries.
• 1975: Patty Hearst is released from prison after being kidnapped by the Symbionese Liberation Army two years prior.
• 2001: Australian cricketing legend Don Bradman passes away at 92.
• 2011: Libyan rebels launch a nationwide uprising against the regime of Muammar Gaddafi, marking the beginning of the Libyan Civil War.
