Today in World History (January, 12th)

On January 19, 1809, exactly 208 years ago today, poet, author and literary critic Edgar Allan Poe is born in Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America. Poe who posthumously emerged as one of the greatest US literary figures of all time, had a naturally stormy temperament which served him well {Read More..}

1775: THE BATTLE OF LONGUE-POINTE TAKES PLACE Ethan Allen attempts to capture Montreal from British forces in the early days of the American Revolutionary War. However, the attempt was thwarted as Allen was captured and taken prisoner until 1778.  1789: US CONGRESS APPROVES THE BILL OF RIGHTS The first U.S. {Read More..}

On November 29, 1947, exactly 70 years ago today, the United Nations, UN, voted to approve resolution 181, leading to the creation of the nation of Israel. They called for a Jewish state and Arab State and an internationally monitored zone including Jerusalem with its Muslim and Jewish holy sites. {Read More..}