1848
Publication of The Communist Manifesto
Karl Marx and Friedrich Engels published 'The Communist Manifesto' in London. This pamphlet laid out the principles of communism and became one of the most influential political documents in history.
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1965
Assassination of Malcolm X
Human rights activist Malcolm X was assassinated by three gunmen while delivering a speech at the Audubon Ballroom in New York City. His death was a pivotal moment in the American civil rights movement.
1947
Demonstration of the Instant Camera
Edwin Land demonstrated the first instant camera, the Polaroid Land Camera Model 95, at a meeting of the Optical Society of America. This invention revolutionized photography by producing a finished print in minutes.
1916
Beginning of the Battle of Verdun
The German Army launched a major offensive against the French at Verdun, France, during World War I. It became one of the longest and bloodiest battles in history, lasting until December 1916.
1972
Nixon's Historic Visit to China
U.S. President Richard Nixon arrived in the People's Republic of China for an eight-day visit, marking the first time a U.S. president had visited the PRC. The trip began the normalization of relations between the two countries.