1456 – The University of Greifswald is established, making it the second oldest university in northern continental Europe
1855 – Bessemer steelmaking process patented
1888 – Thomas Edison files a patent for the Optical Phonograph (the first movie).
1888 – The first issue of “National Geographic Magazine” was released at newsstands.
1916 – Dutch women demonstrate for female suffrage
1975 – UN passes resolution saying “Zionism is a form of racism”
1979 – Mother Teresa of India was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize.
2000 – In New York City, Madame Tussaud’s Wax Museum opened to the public.
2003 – In the U.S., the Food and Drug Administration approved a drug, known as memantine, to help people with Alzheimer’s symptoms.
2003 – In Taipei, Taiwan, construction crews finished 1,676-foot-tall-building called Taipei 101. The building was planned to open for business in 2004.
2003 – In northwest England, the Carnforth railway station reopened as a heritage center.
By: Archa Dave
