The United States and allied forces began airstrikes against Taliban and al-Qaeda targets in Afghanistan following the 9/11 attacks.
📍 Afghanistan
Vladimir Putin assumed the presidency of Russia, marking the beginning of his long-term influence over Russian politics.
📍 Moscow, Russia
Facing mass protests, East Germany’s government resigned, signaling the approaching fall of the Berlin Wall.
📍 East Berlin, East Germany
The term 'Internet' appeared for the first time in a published paper, defining protocols for inter-network communication.
📍 Global
The first two-way telephone conversation via satellite took place, marking a breakthrough in global communication.
📍 Global
Renowned cellist Yo-Yo Ma was born, later becoming a global ambassador for classical and cross-cultural music.
📍 Paris, France
U.S. forces crossed the 38th parallel into North Korea, escalating the Korean War conflict.
📍 Korean Peninsula
The German Democratic Republic (East Germany) was officially established, deepening the Cold War division of Europe.
📍 East Berlin, East Germany
The Faroe Islands were granted home rule by Denmark, marking a significant step in self-governance.
📍 Faroe Islands
Margaret Bondfield became the first woman appointed to the British Cabinet, advancing gender equality in politics.
📍 London, United Kingdom
The Motion Picture Association of America (MPAA) was founded to protect and promote the film industry.
📍 United States
Robert W. Wood captured the first infrared photograph, pioneering a new field in photography and scientific imaging.
📍 United States
King C. Gillette received a patent for the safety razor, transforming personal grooming worldwide.
📍 United States
The term 'World Series' was officially used for the first time in baseball, establishing a lasting sports tradition.
📍 United States
Susanna M. Salter became the first woman elected mayor in the U.S., marking a milestone in women's political participation.
📍 Argonia, Kansas, United States
Thomas Edison successfully tested his first practical electric light, revolutionizing modern life and industry.
📍 Menlo Park, New Jersey, United States
Arabella Mansfield became the first woman admitted to practice law in the United States, advancing women's rights.
📍 Iowa, United States
The first convoy traveled the entire U.S. Transcontinental Railroad, revolutionizing transportation and commerce across America.
📍 United States
Cornell University officially opened, becoming one of the leading Ivy League institutions in the United States.
📍 Ithaca, New York, United States
The Britannia Bridge, one of Europe’s first major steel suspension bridges, was opened in Wales.
📍 Wales, United Kingdom