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1945 - Creation of the United Nations

dgallardo19 — 2024-06-06 17:31:39 UTC

On October 24, 1945 the United Nations officially began. When it first came into existence after its Charter had been ratified by China, France, the Soviet Union, the United Kingdom, the United States and by a majority of other signatories. It was formed to prevent future wars.

April 1948 - Marshall Plan

dgallardo19 — 2024-06-06 17:33:11 UTC

The Marshall Plan was an American initiative enacted in 1948 to provide foreign aid to Western Europe. It was enacted by the 80th United States congress and transferred $13.3 billion in economic recovery programs to Western European economies after the end of World War II.

June 1948 - Berlin Blockade

dgallardo19 — 2024-06-06 17:34:22 UTC

Taking place from June 24, 1948 - May 12, 1949 in West Berlin it was one of the first major international crises of the Cold War. The Soviet Union, whose territory fully surrounded the capital, cut off all ground traffic into and out of West Berlin in an attempt to force the Allies to abandon the city. This crisis eventually lead to NATO.

March 1946 - Winston Churchill’s “Iron Curtain” speech

dgallardo19 — 2024-06-06 17:35:32 UTC

The Prime Minister of the United Kingdom gave a speech in Fulton, Missouri. Churchill used the speech to emphasize the necessity for the United States and Britain to act as the guardians of peace and stability against the menace of Soviet communism, which had lowered an “iron curtain” across Europe.

1949 - NATO

dgallardo19 — 2024-06-06 17:36:07 UTC

Founded on April 4, 1949 in Washington D.C., founded by 12 nations. The 12 nations that founded NAtO were the United States, France, United Kingdom, Italy, Canada, Norway, Netherlands, Belgium, Denmark, Portugal, Iceland, and Luxembourg.

1949 - Communist Revolution in China

dgallardo19 — 2024-06-06 17:36:39 UTC

On 1 October 1949, Mao formally proclaimed the People's Republic of China. The CCP victory had a major impact on the global balance of power: China became the largest socialist state by population, and, after the 1956 Sino-Soviet split, a third force in the Cold War.

June 1950- July 1953 Korean War

dgallardo19 — 2024-06-06 17:37:37 UTC

The Korean War was fought between North Korea and South Korea from 1950 to 1953. It began on 25 June 1950 when North Korea invaded South Korea and ceased after an armistice on 27 July 1953. North Korea invaded South Korea to unify the nations under 1 communist regime.

Brown v. Board of Education - 1954

dgallardo19 — 2024-06-06 17:38:28 UTC

Brown v. Board of Education of Topeka, 347 U.S. 483, was a landmark decision of the U.S. Supreme Court ruling that U.S. state laws establishing racial segregation in public schools are unconstitutional, even if the segregated schools are otherwise equal in quality. After this children of all colors were able to attend schools together.

Montgomery bus Boycott 1955-1956

dgallardo19 — 2024-06-06 17:40:02 UTC

The Montgomery bus boycott was a political and social protest campaign against the policy of racial segregation on the public transit system of Montgomery, Alabama. It was a foundational event in the civil rights movement in the United States. It took place from Dec 5, 1955 – Dec 20, 1956.

1955-1975 Vietnam War

dgallardo19 — 2024-06-06 17:40:32 UTC

The Vietnam War was a conflict in Vietnam, Laos, and Cambodia, starting on 1 November 1955 to the fall of Saigon on 30 April 1975. It was the second of the Indochina Wars and a major conflict of the Cold War.

1957 - Sputnik

dgallardo19 — 2024-06-06 17:41:05 UTC

Launched on October 4, 1957 Sputnik was launched into space. Sputnik 1 was the first artificial Earth satellite. It was launched into an elliptical low Earth orbit by the Soviet Union as part of the Soviet space program. It sent a radio signal back to Earth for three weeks before its three silver-zinc batteries became depleted.

Southern Christian Leadership Conference (SCLC) 1957

dgallardo19 — 2024-06-07 17:51:16 UTC

Founded January 10, 1957 the Southern Christian Leadership Conference is an African-American civil rights organization based in Atlanta, Georgia. SCLC is closely associated with its first president, Martin Luther King Jr., who had a large role in the American civil rights movement. They had the goal of redeeming “the soul of America” through nonviolent resistance.

Freedom Riders Began in 1961

dgallardo19 — 2024-06-07 17:56:30 UTC

During the spring of 1961, student activists from the Congress of Racial Equality (CORE) launched the Freedom Rides to challenge segregation on interstate buses and bus terminals. Taking place from May 4, 1961 to Dec 10, 1961.

1961 Bay of Pigs

dgallardo19 — 2024-06-07 17:57:50 UTC

The Bay of Pigs Invasion was a failed military landing operation on the southwestern coast of Cuba in 1961 by Cuban Democratic Revolutionary Front, consisting of Cuban exiles who opposed Fidel Castro's Cuban Revolution, clandestinely financed and directed by the U.S. government.

1961 Berlin Wall built

dgallardo19 — 2024-06-07 17:58:53 UTC

On August 13, 1961, the SED began to seal off the borders around West Berlin, first with barbed wire and a few days later with walls. It hoped this measure would put an end to the mass exodus to Berlin. It also wanted to stabilize its power and document its sovereignty to the outside world.

1962 Cuban Missile Crisis

dgallardo19 — 2024-06-07 18:00:19 UTC

The Cuban Missile Crisis (Oct 16, 1962 – Oct 29, 1962), also known as the October Crisis in Cuba, or the Caribbean Crisis, was a 13-day confrontation between the governments of the United States and the Soviet Union, when American deployments of nuclear missiles in Italy and Turkey were matched by Soviet deployments of nuclear missiles in Cuba

1962 Creation of the United Farm Workers (UFW)

dgallardo19 — 2024-06-07 18:03:25 UTC

César Chávez was a folk hero and symbol of hope to millions of Americans. In 1962, he and a few others set out to organize a union of farm workers. Nearly everyone told them it was impossible. Helped benefit the white people instead of his own people. Though it "seeks to empower migrant farmworkers and to improve their wages and working conditions". The union also works to promote nonviolence and to educate members on political and social issues.

March on Washington 1963

dgallardo19 — 2024-06-07 18:05:28 UTC

March on Washington was a political demonstration held in Washington, D.C., on August 28, 1963, that was attended by an estimated 250,000 people to protest racial discrimination and to show support for major civil rights legislation that was pending in Congress. Marthur Luthur King Jr. gives I have a dream speech.

Publication of the Feminine Mystique 1963

dgallardo19 — 2024-06-07 18:06:49 UTC

The Feminine Mystique is a book by American author Betty Friedan, widely credited with sparking second-wave feminism in the United States. First published by W. W. Norton on February 19, 1963, The Feminine Mystique became a bestseller, initially selling over a million copies.

Civil Rights Act of 1964

dgallardo19 — 2024-06-07 18:07:38 UTC

The Civil Rights Act of 1964 prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex or national origin. Provisions of this civil rights act forbade discrimination on the basis of sex, as well as, race in hiring, promoting, and firing.

Voting Rights Acts of 1965

dgallardo19 — 2024-06-07 18:08:30 UTC

The Voting Rights Act of 1965 is a landmark piece of federal legislation in the United States that prohibits racial discrimination in voting. It was signed into law by President Lyndon B.

1963 Assassination of JFK

dgallardo19 — 2024-06-07 18:11:13 UTC

John Fitzgerald Kennedy, often referred to as JFK, was an American politician who served as the 35th president of the United States from 1961 until his assassination in 1963. He was the youngest person elected president. Was assassinated November 22, 1963, Parkland Health, Dallas, TX

Suez Crisis 1956

dgallardo19 — 2024-06-07 18:13:14 UTC

The Suez Crisis or the Second Arab–Israeli War, also referred to as the Tripartite Aggression in the Arab world and as the Sinai War in Israel, was a British–French–Israeli invasion of Egypt in 1956. Taking place from Oct 29, 1956 to Nov 7, 1956

1968 Tet Offensive

dgallardo19 — 2024-06-07 18:14:16 UTC

The Tet Offensive was a major escalation and one of the largest military campaigns of the Vietnam War. It shattered the perception that the United States was winning the war, as it demonstrated the strength and determination of the enemy. This event led to a change in public opinion and increased opposition to the war.

1969 Stonewall Riots

dgallardo19 — 2024-06-07 18:24:05 UTC

On June 28, 1969, the Stonewall Inn, a gay bar in New York's Greenwich Village, was raided by police. But instead of responding with the routine compliance the NYPD expected, patrons and a growing crowd decided to fight back. The five days of rioting that ensued changed forever the face of gay and lesbian life.

1969 “Red Power” occupation of Alcatraz

dgallardo19 — 2024-06-07 18:25:45 UTC

California: From November 20, 1969, to June 11, 1971, Native Americans took over and held Alcatraz Island as Indian Land. The Occupation of Alcatraz Island" was led by the Native American group, Indians of All Tribes (IAT).

1972-1974 Watergate

dgallardo19 — 2024-06-07 18:28:32 UTC

The term "Watergate" has since become synonymous with various clandestine and illicit activities conducted by Nixon's aides, including the bugging of political opponents' offices, unauthorized investigations, and the misuse of government agencies for political purposes.

Title IX of the Educational Amendments passed 1972

dgallardo19 — 2024-06-07 18:29:10 UTC

No person in the United States shall, on the basis of sex, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any education program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance.

Roe v. Wade 1973

dgallardo19 — 2024-06-07 18:29:51 UTC

In Roe v. Wade, the Supreme Court decided that the right to privacy implied in the 14th Amendment protected abortion as a fundamental right. They decided to protect abortion so that parents who weren't ready to have kids would have a right to choose what they wanted to do.

Energy Crisis of 1973 - October 19, 1973

dgallardo19 — 2024-06-07 18:30:38 UTC

It came at a time of soaring energy prices and fuel shortages due to an embargo imposed by Arab oil-producing states in response to U.S. support for Israel during the Yom Kippur War, which highlighted the United States' dependence on foreign oil and prompted changes in U.S. energy policy.

1974 Resignation of Richard Nixon

dgallardo19 — 2024-06-07 18:31:05 UTC

Nixon stated that he was resigning because of the Watergate scandal and the possibility that he would not be able to secure the support from Congress that he believed was necessary to support very difficult decisions and to carry out the responsibilities of this office in a manner consistent with the interests of the people.

Fall of the Berlin Wall (1989) - November 9, 1989

dgallardo19 — 2024-06-07 18:32:17 UTC

The fall of the Berlin Wall marked the end of the Cold War and led to the reunification of Germany, with significant implications for U.S. foreign policy and global geopolitics, with transit restrictions in East Berlin being abolished.

September 11 Attacks (2001) - September 11, 2001

dgallardo19 — 2024-06-07 18:33:36 UTC

The September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks killed nearly 3,000 people and led to major changes in U.S. domestic and foreign policy, including the launch of the War on Terror and the invasions of Afghanistan and Iraq.

Murder trial of O. J. Simpson

dgallardo19 — 2024-06-07 18:36:43 UTC

The People of the State of California v. Orenthal James Simpson was a criminal trial in Los Angeles County Superior Court, in which former National Football League player and actor O. J. Simpson was tried and acquitted for the murders of his ex-wife Nicole Brown Simpson and her friend Ronald Goldman. (Sep 26, 1994 – Oct 3, 1995)

Creation of Iphone by Steve Jobs

dgallardo19 — 2024-06-07 18:37:36 UTC

The first-generation iPhone was announced by then–Apple CEO Steve Jobs on January 9, 2007. Since then, Apple has annually released new iPhone models and iOS updates. As of November 1, 2018, more than 2.2 billion iPhones had been sold.

Ye (Kanye West) antisemitic comments 2022

dgallardo19 — 2024-06-07 18:40:30 UTC

September 27, 2023: Rapper Kanye West, now also known as Ye, posted antisemitic tropes on his social media accounts, shared antisemitic conspiracy theories with Fox News host Tucker Carlson, and on social media, threatened violence against Jews. Kanye also targeted Jewish people on podcasts and traveling with an entourage of known antisemites. Meanwhile, in an interview, late last year on the InfoWars talk show hosted by provocateur Alex Jones, Kanye, alongside white supremacist Nick Fuentes, said people should “stop dissing the Nazis” and exalted Adolf Hitler.

Dodgers win the world series 2020

dgallardo19 — 2024-06-07 19:00:36 UTC

The Dodgers are World Series champions for the first time since 1988 because they seized their moment when Snell's dominant Game 6 outing was controversially cut short Tuesday night at Globe Life Field in Arlington. With a sudden offensive awakening against Rays reliever Nick Anderson in the sixth inning, the Dodgers won, 3-1, to claim their long-awaited crown and complete their domination of the shortest, strangest season in Major League Baseball history.

Lakers 3 peat 2000-2003

dgallardo19 — 2024-06-07 19:02:23 UTC

With Kobe and Shaq, the Lakers won three consecutive NBA Championships in the first three years under coach Phil Jackson. It was the fifth three-peat in NBA history, and no NBA team has accomplished this rare feat since Kobe and Shaq led the Lakers to NBA titles in 2000, 2001 and 2002.

Mexico wins Gold Cup 2023

dgallardo19 — 2024-06-07 19:08:30 UTC

Mexico beats Panama 1-0 in CONCACAF Gold Cup final as Giménez scores 88th-minute goal. INGLEWOOD, Calif. (AP) — Eight months and two coaches after Mexico crashed out of an embarrassing World Cup, most of the same players triumphantly raised the CONCACAF Gold Cup amid confetti and raucous cheers Sunday night. El Tri has reversed its fortunes with stunning speed, and its winning goal at SoFi Stadium came on an end-to-end play that was every bit as dramatic. Late substitute Santiago Giménez scored after an electrifying sprint in the 88th minute, and Mexico won the Gold Cup for the record ninth time with a 1-0 victory over Panama.

Dodgers sign Ohtani 2024

dgallardo19 — 2024-06-07 19:09:31 UTC

Shohei Ohtani, the transcendent two-way talent who spent the past three years redefining what was possible at his sport's highest level, agreed to a 10-year, $700 million contract with the Los Angeles Dodgers. Ohtani's contract is the largest in baseball history by more than $250 million, topping the 12-year, $426.5 million extension given in 2019 to Mike Trout, his now-former teammate with the Los Angeles Angels. It also easily topped the $450 million deal signed by Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes to become the largest in North American professional sports history.

Arsenal win the Premier League, Invincibles, 2003/04

dgallardo19 — 2024-06-07 19:28:24 UTC

Arguably the greatest achievement in the club's history, Arsenal went undefeated in the Premier League and got 1st place. Their Invincibles side won the Premier League in 2003/04, holding off the challenge of Chelsea who finished second and Manchester United in third. Finishing with a record of 28 wins, 12 draws and no defeats. In 2003/04, they managed to remain unbeaten in all 38 matches they played in the Premier League, on the way to winning the title. Only one other team have avoided defeat in an English top-flight season, Preston North End in 1888/89, who were the first to be given the Invincibles nickname, although their league season was only 27 matches. Our Invincibles managed to go 49 games unbeaten, an English top-flight record. That run spanned three seasons, starting in May 2003 when they beat Southampton 6-1 and Sunderland 4-0 at the end of the 2002/03 season, and ran right through the famed 2003/04 campaign and nine games into 2004/05. Our 49th game was a 3-1 win against Aston Villa in October 2004, before the run ended in a controversial loss to Manchester United. The team consisted of 20 players receiving the Premier League winners medals playing 10 games in the Invincibles season. Jens Lehmann was the goalkeeper who played in every match, while Ashley Cole, Lauren and Gael Clichy were full-backs, while Sol Campbell, Kolo Toure, Pascal Cygan and Martin Keown played at centre-back. Patrick Vieira, Edu and Gilberto were central midfielders, while Freddie Ljungberg, Robert Pires and Ray Parlour played on the wing. The strikers were Thierry Henry, Dennis Bergkamp, Jose Antonio Reyes, Sylvain Wiltord, Kanu and Jeremie Aliadiere. Two youngsters also made a single appearance - David Bentley and Justin Hoyte. This team was led by the great Arsene Wenger, who was the manager of the club for 22 years, finally departing in 2018 after winning 10 major trophies.