Today:
1528 – Gustav I of Sweden, often called Gustav Vasa, was crowned King of Sweden, marking the establishment of an independent Swedish monarchy and the start of the Vasa dynasty.
1616 – The city of Belém in Brazil was founded by Portuguese explorer Francisco Caldeira Castelo Branco, becoming a major center of trade and culture in the Amazon region.
1773 – The first public Colonial American museum was established in Charleston, South Carolina, by the Charleston Library Society.
1836 – The architect John Soane officially opened his house in London as a museum, later becoming the Sir John Soane’s Museum, known for its eclectic and rare collections.
1866 – The Royal Aeronautical Society was founded in London, becoming the world’s oldest institution dedicated to advancing aviation.
1872 – Yohannes IV was crowned Emperor of Ethiopia, playing a significant role in resisting colonial invasions during his reign.
1908 – A long-distance radio message was sent from the Eiffel Tower for the first time by inventor Gustave Ferrié, marking a major milestone in wireless communication.
1915 – The United States House of Representatives rejected a proposal to give women the right to vote, delaying the eventual passage of the 19th Amendment.
1964 – The Zanzibar Revolution occurred, overthrowing the Sultan and leading to the establishment of the People’s Republic of Zanzibar.
2010 – A devastating earthquake struck Haiti near Port-au-Prince, resulting in widespread destruction and the deaths of an estimated 230,000 people.
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