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00:00:41#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.00:06:23WHO has documented at least 410 attacks on healthcare facilities since the war began
Israel's constant airstrikes have nearly brought down Gaza's health system. Since the start of the conflict, the World Health Organization has counted 410 strikes against Gaza's medical institutions.
#stopthewar #israel #gaza
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