1901
The first claimed powered flight, by Gustave Whitehead in his Number 21.
The first claimed powered flight, by Gustave Whitehead in his Number 21.
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1893
France becomes the first country to introduce motor vehicle registration.
France becomes the first country to introduce motor vehicle registration.
1885
Japan's first patent is issued to the inventor of a rust-proof paint.
Japan's first patent is issued to the inventor of a rust-proof paint.
1592
The first sighting of the Falkland Islands by John Davis.
The first sighting of the Falkland Islands by John Davis.
1040
King Duncan I is killed in battle against his first cousin and rival Macbeth. The latter succeeds him as King of…
King Duncan I is killed in battle against his first cousin and rival Macbeth. The latter succeeds him as King of Scotland.
1891
Sarah Childress Polk, First Lady of the United States (born 1803)
Sarah Childress Polk, First Lady of the United States (born 1803)
1852
Margaret Taylor, First Lady of the United States (born 1788)
Margaret Taylor, First Lady of the United States (born 1788)
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Falklands Day is the celebration of the first sighting of the Falkland Islands by John Davis in 1592.
Falklands Day is the celebration of the first sighting of the Falkland Islands by John Davis in 1592.
1975
The Rocky Horror Picture Show premiered in London, the first in its record-breaking run in cinemas, which continues in…
The Rocky Horror Picture Show premiered in London, the first in its record-breaking run in cinemas, which continues in limited release.
1888
One of the first recordings of music, of Arthur Sullivan's "The Lost Chord", was played at a press conference in…
One of the first recordings of music, of Arthur Sullivan's "The Lost Chord", was played at a press conference in London to introduce Thomas Edison's phonograph.
2025
US president Donald Trump meets with Russian president Vladimir Putin in Alaska, the first such summit since the 2022…
US president Donald Trump meets with Russian president Vladimir Putin in Alaska, the first such summit since the 2022 Russian invasion of Ukraine.
2013
The Smithsonian announces the discovery of the olinguito, the first new carnivorous species found in the Americas in…
The Smithsonian announces the discovery of the olinguito, the first new carnivorous species found in the Americas in 35 years.
1995
In South Carolina, Shannon Faulkner becomes the first female cadet matriculated at The Citadel (she drops out less…
In South Carolina, Shannon Faulkner becomes the first female cadet matriculated at The Citadel (she drops out less than a week later).
1974
Yuk Young-soo, First Lady of South Korea, is killed during an apparent assassination attempt upon President Park Chung…
Yuk Young-soo, First Lady of South Korea, is killed during an apparent assassination attempt upon President Park Chung Hee.
1970
Patricia Palinkas becomes the first woman to play professionally in an American football game.
Patricia Palinkas becomes the first woman to play professionally in an American football game.
1948
The First Republic of Korea (South Korea) is established in the southern half of the peninsula.
The First Republic of Korea (South Korea) is established in the southern half of the peninsula.
1947
Founder of Pakistan, Muhammad Ali Jinnah is sworn in as first Governor-General of Pakistan in Karachi.
Founder of Pakistan, Muhammad Ali Jinnah is sworn in as first Governor-General of Pakistan in Karachi.
1907
Ordination in Constantinople of Fr. Raphael Morgan, the first African-American Orthodox priest, "Priest-Apostolic" to…
Ordination in Constantinople of Fr. Raphael Morgan, the first African-American Orthodox priest, "Priest-Apostolic" to America and the West Indies.
1899
Fratton Park football ground in Portsmouth, England is officially first opened.
Fratton Park football ground in Portsmouth, England is officially first opened.
1096
Starting date of the First Crusade as set by Pope Urban II.
Starting date of the First Crusade as set by Pope Urban II.