Today in History - 2 May 1945: 2nd New Zealand Division liberates Trieste in Italy. The 2nd New Zealand Division's final charge of WWII in Europe covered over 220km in less than a week, attacking up the north-eastern edge of Italy, finally reaching the city of Trieste on 2 May 1945. They liberated Trieste just in time to witness the unconditional surrender of German forces in Italy. Proving to be a "helluva way to end a war" (as one soldier recorded in his diary), New Zealand troops in Trieste found themselves involved in what could be considered one of the first confrontations of the Cold War. Determined to occupy Trieste and incorporate it into Yugoslavia, tensions rose between the Western allies, local partisans, and units of Josip Tito's Fourth Yugoslav Army. The threat of violence increased as a Yugoslav demand for the Allies' withdrawal was stoutly refused by NZ Commander General Freyberg. As a result, when Victory in Europe (VE) Day was announced on 7 May, there was little celebration amongst the NZ troops who were still standing at arms and facing an uncertain peace. Following high level diplomatic discussions, the Yugoslavs withdrew on 11 June, and our kiwi soldiers could finally relax and, for many, prepare to head home. #nzarmymuseum #todayinhistory #worldwar2 #trieste #2nzdivision #nzmilitaryhistory
On this day in 1994, the world witnessed a historic moment as Nelson Mandela was inaugurated as the first black president of South Africa. After decades of apartheid rule and struggle, Mandela's ascent to power symbolized the triumph of democracy, equality, and reconciliation. In his inaugural address, Mandela eloquently spoke of the need for unity and forgiveness, emphasizing that "the time for the healing of the wounds has come." His words resonated not only with the people of South Africa but also with millions around the globe who had followed his journey from prisoner to president. Mandela's inauguration marked a new chapter in South Africa's history, one characterized by hope, inclusivity, and the promise of a brighter future for all its citizens. His leadership during this pivotal time laid the foundation for a democratic and multiracial South Africa, inspiring generations to come. #NelsonMandela #InaugurationDay #SouthAfrica #thisdayinhistory #todayinhistory #globalpoliticsaffairs #southafrica
Today in Jewish History (May 1st, 1932). Donald Kagan was born. He was a scholar and historian. #jewish #jewishhistory #jew #✡️ #judaism #history #jewhistory #todayinhistory #jews
Today in Jewish History (May 1st, 1927). Tamar Bornstein-Lazar was born. She was a children’s books writer. #jewish #jewishhistory #jew #✡️ #judaism #history #jewhistory #todayinhistory #jews
Today in Jewish History (May 1st, 1927). Gary Bertini was born. He was a conductor and composer, regarded as one of the most important Israeli musicians. #jewish #jewishhistory #jew #✡️ #judaism #history #jewhistory #todayinhistory #jews #music
Today in Jewish History (May 1st, 1926). Peter Lax was born. He is a mathematician who was awarded the Abel Prize. #jewish #jewishhistory #jew #✡️ #judaism #history #jewhistory #todayinhistory #jews #mathematics #abelprize
Today in Jewish History (May 1st, 1923). Joseph Heller was born. He was an author. #jewish #jewishhistory #jew #✡️ #judaism #history #jewhistory #todayinhistory #jews
Today in Jewish History (May 1st, 1918). Sara Hestrin-Lerner was born. She was a physiologist. #jewish #jewishhistory #jew #✡️ #judaism #history #jewhistory #todayinhistory #jews
#OnThisDay May 1, 1931 The Empire State Building is officially dedicated in New York City. Rising majestically into the Manhattan skyline, the Empire State Building stands as a symbol of ambition, innovation, and resilience, embodying the spirit of the American Dream during the height of the Great Depression. Designed by architect William F. Lamb of the architectural firm Shreve, Lamb & Harmon, the Empire State Building was conceived as a symbol of hope and progress amidst the economic turmoil of the 1930s. Construction of the building began in 1930, during the depths of the Great Depression, and proceeded at a rapid pace, with thousands of workers laboring tirelessly to erect the towering structure in record time. Standing at 1,454 feet tall, the Empire State Building was the tallest building in the world at the time of its completion, a title it held for nearly four decades until the construction of the World Trade Center in the early 1970s. The building's distinctive Art Deco design, characterized by its sleek lines, setbacks, and intricate detailing, captured the imagination of people around the world and set a new standard for skyscraper architecture. The dedication ceremony for the Empire State Building on May 1, 1931, was a grand affair, attended by dignitaries, politicians, and celebrities from around the world. President Herbert Hoover, who was unable to attend in person, pressed a button in Washington, D.C., to illuminate the building's lights remotely, officially signalling its completion and dedication to the world. From the moment of its dedication, the Empire State Building captured the public's imagination and became an enduring symbol of New York City and American ingenuity. Its towering presence on the Manhattan skyline made it a magnet for tourists and visitors, who flocked to its observation decks to take in breathtaking views of the city below. Read the rest of the post down below! 👇
Many know of John J. Astor, the richest man on #TITANIC traveling with his second wife, Madeleine Force. But, before their union, John J. Astor married his first wife Ava Lowle Willing, pictured here, #OneThisDay of May in 1891. Following their marriage, they went on an extravagant 5-week honeymoon across Europe. The couple had two children in their 19 years of marriage, William and Ava Alice, before finalizing their divorce in 1910. #TodayInHistory #DYK #TITANICFact
Miss Elizabeth, a central figure in the world of professional wrestling during the 1980s and early 1990s. As the manager and valet of “Macho Man” Randy Savage, she brought elegance and sophistication to the wrestling ring, captivating audiences with her charm and beauty. Explore her pivotal role in Randy Savage’s career and the enduring impact of their iconic partnership. Tune in as we pay tribute to Miss Elizabeth, a true trailblazer in sports entertainment. #whodiedtoday #whodiedtodayinhistory #misselizabeth #elizabethannhulette #womenswrestling #randysavage #wrestling #wrestlinghistory #sportshistory #thisdayinhistory #todayinhistory #historytoday #historypodcast #historypodcasts #dailypodcast #dailyfacts
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TODAY IN HISTORY: MAY 1 - The Battle of Manila Bay May 1 is a big day, we got a double feature!! On this day in history, we remember the pivotal Battle of Manila Bay, which occurred on May 1, 1898. This event is just one of the many significant moments that have shaped our past. The battle was a crucial engagement during the Spanish-American War. The American Asiatic Squadron, commanded by Commodore George Dewey, faced off against the Spanish Pacific Squadron led by Rear Admiral Patricio Montojo. The confrontation took place in the waters off Manila, marking a decisive moment not only in the war but also in the history of the Philippines. The American forces were victorious, with the battle resulting in the destruction of the Spanish fleet. This victory had profound implications. It signaled the end of Spanish colonial rule in the Philippines and paved the way for American influence in the region. The battle also showcased the growing power of the United States Navy and marked a turning point in the nation’s emergence as a global power. The legacy of the Battle of Manila Bay extends beyond military history. It highlights the complexities of colonialism, the struggle for independence, and the impact of international conflicts on local populations. As we reflect on this day, we acknowledge the far-reaching consequences of such historical events and their continued relevance in our understanding of global dynamics. #usa #spain #phillipines #history #today #todayinhistory
Adolf Hitler, the leader of the Nazi Party and the architect of the Holocaust. From his formative years in World War I to his suicide in his bunker in Berlin, we explore Hitler’s lasting impact on world history. #whodiedtoday #whodiedtodayinhistory #worldwarii #worldwar2 #worldwar2history #ww2 #ww2history #wwii #thisdayinhistory #todayinhistory #historytoday #historypodcast #historypodcasts #dailypodcast #dailyfacts
Alfred Hitchcock, the iconic filmmaker known for his mastery of suspense and psychological thrillers. From his early years in the British film industry to his groundbreaking work in Hollywood, we explore Hitchcock’s innovative techniques and enduring influence on cinema. Delve into the stories behind his most acclaimed films, from “Psycho” to “Vertigo,” and discover the secrets behind his signature style. Tune in for a captivating journey through the life of the legendary director and the lasting impact of his cinematic genius. #whodiedtoday #whodiedtodayinhistory #alfredhitchcock #alfredhitchcockpresents #filmmaking #filmmaker #hollywoodhistory #thisdayinhistory #todayinhistory #historytoday #historypodcast #historypodcasts #dailypodcast #dailyfacts #masterofsuspense #moviehistory
The "Daisy Dance" was performed by senior women at Iowa State College as part of the May Day celebration held in 1910. Six women in the center wore yellow cheesecloth robes representing the center of the daisy; the others wore white to represent the petals. Photo from the Farwell T. Brown Photographic Archive, Ames Public Library. #AmesHistory #TodayInHistory #AmesIowa #IowaStateUniversity #IowaStateHistory #VEISHEA #MayDay #OnThisDay #DaisyDance #FTBPhoto
Battle of Chancellorsville : “Fighting Commences” : Federal infantry had concentrated near Chancellorsville, Virginia on April 30, 1863 and in concert with the Union force near Fredericksburg, Union General Joseph Hooker planned a double envelopment, attacking Confederate General Robert E. Lee and the Army of Northern Virginia from both the front and rear. : Hooker advanced from Chancellorsville toward Lee, but the Confederate general split his army in the face of superior numbers, leaving a small force at Fredericksburg to deter Maj. Gen. John Sedgwick from advancing, while he attacked Hooker’s advance with about four-fifths of his army. : On May 1, at 11 a.m. Confederate General Thomas J. “Stonewall” Jackson advanced along two roads west toward Chancellorsville. McLaws’s division and the brigade of Brig. Gen. William Mahone on the turnpike, and Anderson’s other brigades and Jackson’s arriving units on the Plank Road. : At the same moment of Jackson’s advance, Hooker also advanced along three roads to the east. Two divisions of Meade’s V Corps moved along River Road in an attempt to locate Bank’s Ford, meanwhile Sykes Division moved on the Turnpike; and the entirety of Slocum’s XII Corps moved on the Plank Road. : The first shots rang out just after 11:00 a.m. as the massive movement of the armies collided. Confederate General Lafayette McLaws’s initial attack was successful in pushing back Union General George Sykes’s division, however, Sykes was able rally and his counterattack was able to reclaim much of the ground lost in the initial fray. : With things going mostly well for the Union army on the field at Chancellorsville on day 1, in the early afternoon of May 1, 1863, Union Commander Joseph Hooker halted his brief offensive despite the objections of his subordinates and ordered his men to withdraw back into the Wilderness and take defensive positions around Chancellorsville. : ⬇️ POST CONCLUDED IN THE COMMENTS ⬇️
Today in Jewish History (May 1st, 2014). #jewish #jewishhistory #jew #✡️ #judaism #history #jewhistory #todayinhistory #jews
Today in Jewish History (May 1st, 2001). #jewish #jewishhistory #jew #✡️ #judaism #history #jewhistory #todayinhistory #jews
𝐓𝐨𝐝𝐚𝐲 𝐈𝐧 𝐇𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐲: May 1, 1898 𝐁𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐥𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐥𝐚 𝐁𝐚𝐲 The Battle of Manila Bay ended in the defeat of the Spanish Pacific fleet by the U.S. Navy, resulting in the fall of the Philippines and contributing to the final U.S. victory in the Spanish-American War. #americanhistory #warhistory #todayinhistory
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Today in Jewish History (May 1st, 1921). #jewish #jewishhistory #jew #✡️ #judaism #history #jewhistory #todayinhistory #jews #jaffa #jaffariots
Today in 1981, Modern English and The Birthday Party support Theatre Of Hate at University of London #postpunk #vintagepunkflyers #todayinhistory #punkflyers #universityoflondon #theatreofhate #thebirthdayparty #supportlivemusic
Today in Jewish History (April 30th, 1987). Ori Laizerouvich was born. He is an actor and comedian. #jewish #jewishhistory #jew #✡️ #judaism #history #jewhistory #todayinhistory #jews
Today in Jewish History (April 30th, 1986). Dianna Agron was born. She is an actress and singer. #jewish #jewishhistory #jew #✡️ #judaism #history #jewhistory #todayinhistory #jews
Today in Jewish History (April 30th, 1985). Gal Gadot was born. She is an actress, model and beauty pageant titleholder. #jewish #jewishhistory #jew #✡️ #judaism #history #jewhistory #todayinhistory #jews
Today in Jewish History (April 30th, 1943). Nechemya Cohen was born. He was the most decorated soldier in the history of the IDF. #jewish #jewishhistory #jew #✡️ #judaism #history #jewhistory #todayinhistory #jews #idf
"Above all, love each other deeply, because love covers over a multitude of sins." — 1 Peter 4:8 --- Edward IV, as King, was expected to marry somebody of royal blood. Marriage was a diplomatic tool, cementing alliances. Elizabeth Woodville was far an ideal choice as a royal bride: she was the widow of a Lancastrian noble killed in battle, though her mother was Jacquetta of Luxemburg. But "King Edward, prompted by the ardour of youth and relying entirely on his own choice without consulting the nobles of the kingdom, privately married the widow of a certain knight, Elizabeth by name". (Croyland Chronicle) The marriage of Edward IV and Elizabeth Woodville took place in secret on 1st May 1464 and lasted to Edward’s death (9th April 1483) and produced many children, the most notable of whom were the uncrowned Edward V and his brother Richard, the Princes in the Tower, along with Elizabeth of York who married Henry Tudor. Source: thewarsoftheroses.co.uk #art #digitalart #happenedtoday #todayinhistory #edwardiv #kingedwardiv #elizabethwoodville #wedding #weddingday #historicalwedding #history #royalhistory #royalty #englishroyalty #ukhistory #opticalillusion #houseofyork #whitequeen #thewhitequeen #whiterose
Today in Jewish History (April 30th, 1796). Adolphe Crémieux was born. He was a lawyer and politician who secured French citizenship for Algerian Jews and was a staunch defender of the rights of the Jews of France. #jewish #jewishhistory #jew #✡️ #judaism #history #jewhistory #todayinhistory #jews
It’s no “Dirty Dancing,” but okay. 🛷👍 #oddnews #todayinhistory #onthisday #moviebuff #moviehistory #citizenkane #rosebud
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Fun fact: at the time of Jacob Grimm's death, the brothers had only made it through the letter ‘f.’ . . . . . #onthisday #todayinhistory #asindexing #indexersofinstagram #dictionary #bookstagram
On May 1st, from Tesla’s electric dreams to the Empire State’s sky-high ambition, today marks an era-defining moment. Let’s celebrate innovation, marvels, and the echoes of history!⚡️🏙️📻 Follow👉 @biographiness #Biographiness #Biograghines #TodayInHistory #TIH #OnThisDay #OTD #HistoryEvents #DailyHistory #HistoryFacts #May1 #HistoryMatters #History #ElectricVisionary #IconicStructures #LegacyLivesOn #HistoricalGenius #EngineeringMarvels #WorldChangingEvents #HistoricAnnouncements #TimelessInnovations #MonumentalMoments #1stMay #Labour #LabourDay #LabourDay2024
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Yesterday was 👉🏿• @anticonquista Today marks 49 years since Vietnam defeated the United States, marking a great victory in both the anti-imperialist struggle and in the fight for socialism. Solidaridad with the Vietnamese people! Death to Amerikkka!!! ✊🌹✨ #Vietnam #history #economics #fyp #foryourpage #explore #TodayInHistory #unitedsnakes #unitedstates Posted @withregram
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Many of us know John J. Astor, the richest man on #TITANIC traveling with his second wife, Madeleine Force, but before their union, John J. Astor married his first wife Ava Lowle Willing, pictured here, #OnThisDay of May in 1891. Following their marriage, they went on an extravagant 5-week honeymoon across Europe. The couple had two children in their 19 years of marriage, William and Ava Alice, before finalizing their divorce in 1910. #TodayinHistory #DYK
Gwendolyn Brooks. Poet, Author and Teacher. Explored the African-American experience, identity, and political issues. First African American to ever win a Pulitzer Prize for Poetry. One of the most highly regarded and celebrated poets of the 20th century. A poetry consultant to the Library of Congress, a poet laureate of the State of Illinois, and a writer that revealed and reflected on the civil rights activism that was taking place during the 1960s in more than 20 books of poetry. A woman of many honors and many thoughts; A grouping a ballads, sonnets and free verses that disclosed her truths. “We are each other’s harvest; we are each other’s business; we are each other’s magnitude and bond.” #gwendolynbrooks #pulitzerprize #blackhistory #todayinhistory #poetry #poetrycommunity #gwendolyn #blackhistory365 #blackhistoryfacts #blackhistoryeveryday #otd #activism #pulitzer
𝗝𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗞𝗲𝗽𝘁 𝗯𝘆 𝗖𝗜𝗔 𝗣𝗶𝗹𝗼𝘁 𝗙𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗶𝘀 𝗚𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗣𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗪𝗵𝗶𝗹𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝗣𝗿𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗻 𝗶𝗻 𝗦𝗼𝘃𝗶𝗲𝘁 𝗨𝗻𝗶𝗼𝗻 😳 ➡️ On May 1, 1960, the pilot of an American U-2 spyplane was shot down while flying over the Soviet Union. The fallout over the incident resulted in the cancellation of the Paris Summit scheduled to discuss the ongoing situation in divided Germany, the possibility of an arms control or test ban treaty, and the relaxation of tensions between the USSR & the United States. The American pilot, Francis Gary Powers, was captured & after extensive questioning by the KGB, was convicted of spying & sentenced to three years in prison & seven more of hard labor. Powers spent almost 21 months in a Soviet prison, openly keeping a diary of his daily activities. In February 1962, Francis Gary Powers & a detained American student were traded for a captured Soviet spy, Rudolf Abel. ℹ️: Office of the Historian, U.S. Department of State. 📸: Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum. #1960 #todayinhistory #spy #journal #pilot #coldwarhistory #unitedstates #sovietunion
1st of May 1840 ****** The Penny Black, the first official adhesive postage stamp, is issued in the United Kingdom. ****** #stamp #stamps #postagestamp #postagestamps #postage #post #theblackpenny #blackpenny #uk #unitedkingdom #britishisles #britishempire #victorianera #victorianengland #queenvictoria #empressofindia #victoria #empressvictoria #britain #britain ****** #fact #facts #historicalfact #historicalfacts #historical #historic #history #thisdayinhistory #onthisday #onthisdayinhistory #todayinhistory
WE'RE BREAKING UP! We're beginning to roll out dedicated YouTube channels for our podcasts (with the goal of having each new show channel out before the end of July). Our first new channel is for the Nerd History Podcast AND our Today in Nerd History daily short. We've been cross-posting videos, but beginning next Monday, these videos will be exclusively posted here: http://www.youtube.com/@NerdHistoryLTN Go and subscribe to keep up to date... on the past... #TodayInHistory
#otd 1 May 1643: The King arrives safely back in Oxford with the Reading garrison. Meanwhile, Parliament forces under Sir Edward Hungerford arrive outside Wardour Castle, home of Lady Arundel, with an army of 1,300. I put these two images together to show the extent of the damage done. One of the biggest tragedies of the Civil Wars was the ruin of churches, castles, and countless religious images (statues, stained glass, fonts, altar rails, etc). Keep in mind, this was also the last gasp of “medieval” warfare, when castles served their actual purpose. #englishcivilwar #17thcentury #wardourcastle #militaryhistory #britishhistory #siege #civilwar #history #todayinhistory #dailyhistory #war #onthisday #england
TODAY IN HISTORY: May 1 - U-2 Incident 🇺🇸 🇷🇺 On May 1, 1960, at the height of the Cold War, a U.S. U-2 spy plane was shot down over Soviet airspace, leading to a major diplomatic crisis between the United States and the Soviet Union. The pilot, Francis Gary Powers, was captured, and the incident exposed the extent of U.S. surveillance activities. This event, known as the U-2 Incident, had significant implications for international relations during a tense period of the Cold War. The U-2 Incident occurred during a time when the United States and the Soviet Union were engaged in a fierce competition for military and ideological supremacy. Reconnaissance flights by high-altitude U-2 planes were part of the U.S. strategy to gather intelligence on Soviet military capabilities. The incident revealed the risks involved in espionage and the potential for such activities to escalate into open conflict. The immediate aftermath of the U-2 Incident was the collapse of a summit conference in Paris, which had been intended to ease Cold War tensions. The event hardened the Soviet stance against the United States and delayed any potential progress in arms control negotiations. It also led to increased skepticism among the U.S. allies regarding the American approach to the Cold War. In the long term, the U-2 Incident highlighted the need for improved communication channels between the superpowers, which eventually contributed to the establishment of the Moscow-Washington hotline. It also underscored the importance of intelligence in shaping foreign policy and the lengths nations would go to obtain it. The legacy of the U-2 Incident is still felt today. It serves as a reminder of the delicate balance of power during the Cold War and the ongoing relevance of espionage in international affairs. The incident has influenced how nations conduct surveillance and the protocols in place to manage the fallout from such activities. It also provides historical context for understanding current U.S.-Russia relations and the complexities of global espionage. #today #todayinhistory #history #aviation #plane #coldwar #russia #usa #spy
Today In History | #XMen Origins: Wolverine was released on May 1, 2009. Starring #HughJackman, #LievSchreiber, and #DannyHuston. #movie #moviefone #TodayinHistory
The memorial which opened today in history, honors the 16 million Americans who served in the U.S. armed forces during World War II. 🇺🇸🪖 #TodayinHistory #WorldWarII #Memorial
LOOK 👀 at the size of those links!!! TODAY IN HISTORY: 💥 (April 30th 1778) the Great Chain was first deployed across the Hudson River at West Point. It's amazing to see the huge links up close. Hopefully you get an idea from the photo, and can see how the bend in the river was a perfect place to locate the chain. (The bend in the river at West Point was the only major obstacle for shipping between New York City and Albany). West Point’s role in the American Revolution was critical because whoever controlled the Hudson River controlled communication between the New England states and those to the south. 🌺 The Americans realized this at the outset of the war and began to fortify the ground on both sides of the river, and later constructed a chain obstacle from West Point to Constitution Island. The British raided the island as part of a campaign to take the entire river. In 1778, the American shifted their emphasis to higher ground as West Point and its surrounding hills, building a fortress the British never challenged. Is West Point on your Bucket List? If it is, book a room at @thethayerhotel. It's convenient and beautiful AND historic! ❤️ #todayinhistory #westpoint #thayerhotel #historic #hudsonvalley #hudsonvalleyny #revolutionarywar #revolution #newyork #newyorkhistory #hudsonriver #travel
#ZachToTheFuture May 1, 1957 On this day in 1957, Larry King, the man who never turned down an interview, has his first radio broadcast on WAHR in Miami. Through the years, this reluctance to deny an interview leads to a long and fruitful career of featuring some of the more interesting interview subjects of any media personality. It also leads to many an interview with D-List folks such as our boy @z_irish_red, pictured here sometime in the 1980s, who never missed a chance at some @tfd_nerdcast publicity. #todayinhistory #history #toofatdudez #tfdnerdcast #thecomicsthatwelove #podcastlife #podcasting #radio #larryking #interview #ogpodcast #miami #miamiradio #wahr #wmbm #talkradio #micrphone #voiceforradio #faceforradio #suspenders
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1 MAY, MAY DAY: Happy May Day, my friends! Today marks the height of spring. The days are getting longer, fields greener, flowers bursting, bees buzzing. The fits of winter have hit their last snooze and WE’RE AWAKE ALREADY! Being the halfway point between the spring equinox and the summer solstice, celebration of this day has both deep roots in history and across cultures around the globe. Common to our Anglo-Saxon heritage in the US, this holiday has Celtic origin and is known for the pagan holiday Beltane, second most significant behind Samhain (Halloween). For obvious reasons, this holiday is a festival of rebirth. To celebrate all the traditions, get yourself some flowers, leave a basket of flowers on a neighbor’s doorstep, braid a crown of flowers to wear or gift, have some flowers for your table. Dancing around a Maypole with colorful ribbons isn’t as common anymore but do whatever makes ya happy. Today is all things spring so let’s go get sprung! (I chose to get a bouquet of big-bulbed, orange flowers for my table where I’ve been drawing with oil pastels. Even with all the colors of the rainbow in as many shades as man can make, aren’t those flowers the most beautifully saturated?) If you like these reminders to set the tone for your week and through the year, it’s not to late to get one of my limited edition 2024 calendars: https://shopwefancy.com/collections/2024-calendars-with-original-art-from-jennifer-s-levines-solamente-show #MayDay2024 #mayday #firepowerproductions #jennifire #wefancy #shopwefancy #pamperyourpeopleandspoilyourspace #flowerpower #flowerstagram #calendar2024 #TodayInHistory #letthelightshine #beltane #beltaneblessings #themoreyouknowthemoreyougrow #herecomesthesun #spring2024 #thegoodlife #springsprung #celebratelife #tiptoethroughthetulips #healthyhabits #flowerbasket #maypole #easterbonnet
1 MAY, MAY DAY: Happy May Day, my friends! Today marks the height of spring. The days are getting longer, fields greener, flowers bursting, bees buzzing. The fits of winter have hit their last snooze and WE’RE AWAKE ALREADY! Being the halfway point between the spring equinox and the summer solstice, celebration of this day has both deep roots in history and across cultures around the globe. Common to our Anglo-Saxon heritage in the US, this holiday has Celtic origin and is known for the pagan holiday Beltane, second most significant behind Samhain (Halloween). For obvious reasons, this holiday is a festival of rebirth. To celebrate all the traditions, get yourself some flowers, leave a basket of flowers on a neighbor’s doorstep, braid a crown of flowers to wear or gift, have some flowers for your table. Dancing around a Maypole with colorful ribbons isn’t as common anymore but do whatever makes ya happy. Today is all things spring so let’s go get sprung! (I chose to get a bouquet of big-bulbed, orange flowers for my table where I’ve been drawing with oil pastels. Even with all the colors of the rainbow in as many shades as man can make, aren’t those flowers the most beautifully saturated?) If you like these reminders to set the tone for your week and through the year, it’s not to late to get one of my limited edition 2024 calendars: https://shopwefancy.com/collections/2024-calendars-with-original-art-from-jennifer-s-levines-solamente-show #MayDay2024 #mayday #firepowerproductions #jennifire #wefancy #shopwefancy #pamperyourpeopleandspoilyourspace #flowerpower #flowerstagram #calendar2024 #TodayInHistory #letthelightshine #beltane #beltaneblessings #themoreyouknowthemoreyougrow #herecomesthesun #spring2024 #thegoodlife #springsprung #celebratelife #tiptoethroughthetulips #healthyhabits #flowerbasket #maypole #easterbonnet
May 1: Vappu. The Finnish name for May Day originates from St. Walpurgis, whose feast day is celebrated on the 1st of May. The first May Day festivities in Finland started in upper-class families in the 1700's. https://www.thenomadtoday.com/articulo/finland/vappu-unique-holiday-that-finns-celebrate-hard/20190428222117001777.amp.html #todayinhistory #christian #saint #finland #mayday #celebration #festival #feastday
Happy Birthday to General Mark Clark! This legendary American commander led the 5th Army in the liberation of Rome during World War II. ⠀ ⠀ #OnThisDay #TodayInHistory
Today In History: Illuminati Founded & Labour Strikes In US #history #todayinhistory #revision #onthisday #politics #strikes #illuminati #conspiracy #news #today #educational #gcses #alevels #exams #historyfacts #fyp #explorepage #explore
#TodayinHistory Gwendolyn Brooks became the first African American to receive a Pulitzer Prize for Poetry in 1950. Gwendolyn Brooks was a famous poet and author during the 1900s. In 1950, Brooks won a Pulitzer Prize for “Annie Allen.” Follow @theeblackblog for daily black history facts ❤️ 🖤 💚
Today in Jewish History (April 30th, 2021). #jewish #jewishhistory #jew #✡️ #judaism #history #jewhistory #todayinhistory #jews
The 1st of May date was chosen by the American Federation of Labor to commemorate a general strike in the United States, which had begun on 1 May 1886 and culminated in the Haymarket affair four days later. The demonstration subsequently became a yearly event. #todayinhistory
Nasa 126 taon na ang nakakalipas nang magapi ng mga Amerikano ang pwersa ng mga Espanyol sa kanilang labanan sa Manila Bay. Bunga nito ay kinilala bilang National hero si Commodore George Dewey na nanguna sa pwersa ng mga Amerikano. Ito ang naging simula nang tuluyang paglaya ng Pilipinas mula sa pananakop ng mga Kastila na naging simula naman ng digmaan sa pagitan ng mga Pilipino at mga Amerikano. #Radyo630 #TodayInHistory
Happy Birthday to one “Calamity” from another sometimes calamity… #calamityjane #todayinhistory #historynerd #americanhistorynerd #thesocialstudieswhisperer
May 1st: Kay Wenal Killed(2008) Money can’t buy everything. On May 1st 2008 a wealthy, beautiful, and beloved woman was killed inside her home in a case that remains a mystery to this day. • • #mcom #morningcupofmurder #truecrime #truecrimepodcast #truecrimepodcasts #truecrimecommunity #murder #podcast #murderpodcast #todayinhistory #truescarystory #todayintruecrime #thisdayinhistor
It was created by Sir Rowland Hill and became known as the Black Penny. . . . . For more history tidbits @grumpy.50.memes . . . . #todayinhistory #thisdayinhistory #onthisday #may1 #may1st #mayday #blackpenny #sirrowlandhill #postage #postagestamp #stamp
Em 1 de maio de 1876, a rainha Vitória do Reino Unido era formalmente reconhecida como Imperatriz da Índia, durante o mandato do Primeiro-Ministro, Lorde Disraeli. A concessão do título à Vitória representou a fase de apogeu do imperialismo britânico, assim como a adesão da monarca às políticas neocoloniais de seus ministros, razão pela qual sua figura é criticada até os dias de hoje. Reinando sobre quase 1/6 do mundo, a imagem da soberana, suas joias e roupas, deveriam ser confeccionadas de forma a representar o poderio da Grã-Bretanha. Na qualidade de Chefe de Estado, ela foi assimilada como um símbolo da brutalidade britânica nas suas colônias, como também no Canadá, na Austrália e na Nova Zelândia, entre outros territórios. Porém, é preciso ressaltar que a rainha Vitória nunca governou de fato. Conforme bem definiu o jornalista Walter Bagehot no século XIX, o trabalho da monarca consistia em apoiar as políticas dos Premiês, ser consultada, aconselhar e advertir. O mesmo se aplicava à sua trineta, Elizabeth II. Desde a Revolução Inglesa no século XVII que os soberanos exercem o cargo de Chefes de Estado, ou seja, eles apenas representam a Nação. Isso não quer dizer, contudo, que os Reis e Rainhas não se beneficiavam com as políticas imperialistas promovidas pelo Parlamento, vide as muitas joias que a família real ainda possui, oriundas de países africanos, que hoje brigam pela repatriação destes tesouros. Em tais locais, a imagem da soberana vem sendo constantemente atacada por movimentos de cunho nacionalista, que enxergam nela e em seus descendentes uma representação das políticas imperialistas que ceifaram as vidas de tantas pessoas, causaram segregação social e que dificultaram ao máximo o processo da reconquista da autonomia das antigas nações colonizadas. Texto: @renatotapioca Imagem: rainha Vitória, por Heinrich von Angeli, 1885. #queenvictoria #rainhavitoria #rainhastragicas #imperialism #imperialismo #neocolonialism #neocolonialismo #unitedkingdom #reinounido #historia #history #royalfamily #familiareal #victorianera #eravitoriana #xixcentury #seculoxix #royals #realeza #hojenahistoria #todayinhistory #onthisdayinhistory
1 मई इतिहास के पन्नों में आज का दिन #TodayinHistory #History #internationallaborday #MaharashtraFoundationDay #GujaratFoundationDay #RamakrishnaMission #SwamiVivekananda #SandeepKumar #PadmaShri #JagdishVyom #AnandMahindra #AnandMahindra #singerPrabodhChandraDey #BikramjeetKanwarpal #Gandhianideology #RamPrakashGupta #IAS #UPSC #CivilServices #Prelims #SanskritiIAS #CurrentAffairs
On May 1, 1844, Henry Clay was nominated as the presidential candidate at the Whig National Convention. This was the 3rd time that Clay would run for president. 3️⃣ The 1st time he ran, Clay was one of 4 candidates running in the 1824 election. Ultimately, John Quincy Adams was chosen by the House of Representatives after no candidate won an electoral majority. Clay received the least number of electoral votes in that election and was thus not one of the 3 candidates eligible to be considered by the House under the 12th Amendment. 👎 Again, in 1832, Clay was one of 4 candidates. In that election, Clay came in 2nd, but Andrew Jackson won that election by a landslide. 👎 The 1844 election would be Clay's last quest for the White House. A Whig had been elected in the last election, in 1840. In that election, Whig candidate William Henry Harrison defeated Martin Van Buren in a landslide. But Harrison died after only a month in office and his Vice President, John Tyler, became President. Although Tyler started his presidential term as a Whig, he was expelled from the party during his term because he vetoed bills passed by the Whig-controlled Congress. 👎 In 1844, the Whigs unanimously chose Clay as their candidate. He ran against James Polk, who favored expansionism later called Manifest Destiny. Polk and the Democrats advocated for the annexation of Texas and believed that the U.S. had a claim to all of Oregon. This platform appealed to both the Northern and Southern expansionists; the latter focused on adding Texas as a slave state. Clay lost again, but this time it was a close election.
Today in HERstory 1891 – Lillian Estelle Fisher was born. She was a historian; one of the first women to earn a doctorate in Latin American history in the U.S. Fisher published important works on Spanish colonial administration. . #herstory #womenshistory #todayinhistory
The Empire State Building in New York City officially opened on May 1, 1931. [Empire State Building, New York City, May 1, 1931, skyscraper, today in history, on this day] #empirestatebuilding #newyorkcity #newyork #may1st #todayinhistory #onthisday #historyhive #didyouknow #trivia #facts #skyscraper #manhattan #architecture
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Today in Jewish History (April 30th, 2013). #jewish #jewishhistory #jew #✡️ #judaism #history #jewhistory #todayinhistory #jews
आज का इतिहास #TodayInHistory #1May #1MayHistory #History #IndianHistory #WorldHistory
🧪 Mixing up a poisonous potion... This painting sparked some controversy in the past. 👉 Frederick Sandys (born #OnThisDay in 1829) submitted this work to the Royal Academy for display. Although agreed to be of quality, the painting was ultimately rejected. It remains unknown whether the rejection was because of internal politics or the subject matter. A critic the next year predicted it would be 'either vastly admired or supremely detested.' 🐸 The artist paints a woman so enraged by her deceitful husband that she commits murder with a deadly mixture. Medea was a popular mythological subject in the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries. – 'Medea' by Frederick Sandys (1829–1904) 📷 @birmingham_mag #TodayInHistory #Medea #BirminghamMuseum #FrederickSandys
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