Today:
In 303, Emperor Diocletian orders the persecution of Christians in the Roman Empire.
In 1525, the Battle of Pavia takes place, resulting in a decisive defeat for the French and the capture of King Francis I.
In 1582, Pope Gregory XIII issues the papal bull “Inter gravissimas,” initiating the reform of the calendar that would become the Gregorian calendar.
In 1821, Alexandros Ypsilantis crosses the Prut River, sparking the uprising in the Danubian Principalities that helps ignite the Greek War of Independence.
In 1848, King Louis‑Philippe abdicates in France, a key moment that leads to the establishment of the French Second Republic.
In 1868, the United States Senate begins the impeachment trial of President Andrew Johnson.
In 1918, Estonia declares its independence from Russia.
In 1934, American actor George Segal is born.
In 1955, Steve Jobs—the co‑founder of Apple Inc.—is born.
In 2022, Russia launches a full‑scale invasion of Ukraine.