1479 BC
Thutmose III ascends to the throne of Egypt, although power effectively shifts to Hatshepsut (according to the Low Chronology of the 18th dynasty).
In 1479 BC, Thutmose III ascended the Egyptian throne, though actual power lay with his stepmother Hatshepsut.
Thutmose III, one of the most powerful pharaohs of Egypt's 18th Dynasty, officially took the throne in 1479 BC.
Despite his formal accession, his stepmother and co-regent Hatshepsut wielded the real authority for many years.
Under their joint rule, Egypt enjoyed a renaissance of art, architecture, and international trade.
Massive building projects at Karnak and expeditions to Punt showcased the kingdom's wealth.
After Hatshepsut's death, Thutmose III led military campaigns that expanded Egypt's borders to their greatest extent.
His reign marked a golden age that influenced successive pharaohs for generations.
1479 BC
Thutmose III
Egypt
Hatshepsut
1183 BC
Traditional reckoning of the Fall of Troy marking the end of the legendary Trojan War, given by chief librarian of the Library of Alexandria Eratosthenes, among others.
Scholars like Eratosthenes placed the legendary Fall of Troy in 1183 BC, signalling the end of the Trojan War.
Ancient historians long debated the date of Troy's fall until Eratosthenes and others settled on 1183 BC.
This traditional chronology framed the epic narrative of the Iliad as a historical record.
The designation influenced classical scholarship and the study of early Greek civilization.
By anchoring myth in time, it bridged legend and history for generations of learners.
Despite modern archaeological debates, the 1183 BC date remains a cultural touchstone in Western heritage.
1183 BC
Troy
Trojan War
Library of Alexandria
Eratosthenes
1547day.year
Battle of Mühlberg. Duke of Alba, commanding Spanish-Imperial forces of Charles I of Spain, defeats the troops of Schmalkaldic League.
On April 24, 1547, the Duke of Alba led Spanish-Imperial forces to victory over the Schmalkaldic League at Mühlberg.
The Battle of Mühlberg was a decisive engagement during the Schmalkaldic War in April 1547.
Spanish-Imperial troops under the Duke of Alba, on behalf of Charles I of Spain, outmaneuvered the Protestant Schmalkaldic League.
The victory crushed the league's military strength and solidified Habsburg dominance in the Holy Roman Empire.
It dealt a heavy blow to Protestant princes seeking autonomy from the emperor.
The battle's aftermath reshaped the religious and political map of Central Europe for decades.
1547
Battle of Mühlberg
Duke of Alba
Charles I of Spain
Schmalkaldic League
1558day.year
Mary, Queen of Scots, marries the Dauphin of France, François, at Notre-Dame de Paris.
Mary, Queen of Scots married France's Dauphin François at Notre-Dame de Paris in 1558, strengthening Franco-Scottish ties.
At just 15 years old, Mary Stuart wed François, the future King Francis II of France, on April 24, 1558.
The marriage at Notre-Dame de Paris cemented the historic 'Auld Alliance' between Scotland and France.
For Scotland, it offered powerful support against English ambitions and Protestant reforms.
Mary became the French queen consort for a short but politically significant period.
Her union with François influenced her tumultuous reign and later claim to the English throne.
1558
Mary, Queen of Scots
marries
Dauphin of France
François
Notre-Dame de Paris
1704day.year
The first regular newspaper in British Colonial America, The Boston News-Letter, is published.
The Boston News-Letter, the first continuously published newspaper in Colonial America, debuted on April 24, 1704.
Published by John Campbell, postmaster of Boston, the News-Letter marked the beginning of regular news circulation in British America.
Released weekly, it provided colonists with shipping news, official announcements, and commentary.
The newspaper laid the groundwork for a print culture that would fuel revolutionary ideas.
Its format and business model influenced numerous publications across the colonies.
By connecting distant communities, it became an essential medium for public discourse.
1704
British Colonial America
The Boston News-Letter
1793day.year
French revolutionary Jean-Paul Marat is acquitted by the Revolutionary Tribunal of charges brought by the Girondin in Paris.
French revolutionary leader Jean-Paul Marat was acquitted of Girondin charges by the Revolutionary Tribunal in Paris in 1793.
In the volatile atmosphere of the French Revolution, Marat faced accusations from moderate Girondins.
On April 24, 1793, the Revolutionary Tribunal cleared him of all charges, boosting his radical reputation.
Marat's fiery writings and support for the poor made him a hero of the Montagnard faction.
His acquittal emboldened his calls for harsh measures against perceived enemies of the revolution.
Less than a year later, Marat would be assassinated in his bathtub by Charlotte Corday.
1793
Jean-Paul Marat
1800day.year
The United States Library of Congress is established when President John Adams signs legislation to appropriate $5,000 to purchase "such books as may be necessary for the use of Congress".
In 1800, President John Adams signed legislation allocating funds to establish the United States Library of Congress.
On April 24, 1800, President Adams approved $5,000 for the purchase of books deemed necessary for Congress.
This act officially founded the Library of Congress as the federal government's research arm.
Initially housed in the Capitol, its early collections focused on law, history, and government documents.
Thomas Jefferson later expanded the library's holdings by selling his personal collection to Congress.
Today, the Library of Congress is the largest library in the world, preserving America's cultural heritage.
1800
Library of Congress
John Adams
Congress
1837day.year
The great fire in Surat city of India caused more than 500 deaths and destruction of more than 9,000 houses.
A devastating fire swept through Surat in India in 1837, claiming over 500 lives and destroying thousands of homes.
On April 24, 1837, a massive blaze erupted in the bustling port city of Surat.
Strong winds and wooden buildings helped the fire spread rapidly across neighborhoods.
More than 9,000 homes were consumed, leaving countless families homeless.
Authorities struggled with limited firefighting resources, highlighting urban vulnerabilities.
The disaster prompted reforms in building codes and the establishment of organized fire services.
1837
great fire in Surat
1877day.year
Russo-Turkish War: The Russian Empire declares war on the Ottoman Empire.
Russia declared war on the Ottoman Empire in 1877, igniting the Russo-Turkish War in the Balkans.
In April 1877, rising tensions over Slavic nationalism and Balkan territories led Russia to declare war.
The conflict, fought across the Balkans and the Caucasus, aimed to liberate Orthodox Christians under Ottoman rule.
Key battles at Plevna and Shipka Pass became legendary for their fierce resistance.
The war concluded with the Treaty of San Stefano, reshaping the region and spurring uprisings.
It ultimately set the stage for Balkan independence movements and further great-power rivalries.
1877
Russo-Turkish War
Russian Empire
Ottoman Empire
1885day.year
American sharpshooter Annie Oakley is hired by Nate Salsbury to be a part of Buffalo Bill's Wild West.
In 1885, famed sharpshooter Annie Oakley joined Buffalo Bill's Wild West show, dazzling audiences with her skill.
Annie Oakley's extraordinary marksmanship earned her a place in Buffalo Bill's Wild West in 1885.
Performing alongside riders, roping acts, and cavalry reenactments, she became the show's star attraction.
Her feats included shooting cigarettes from mouths and splitting playing cards edge-on.
Oakley's success challenged gender norms and inspired women across America.
She toured Europe with the troupe, becoming an international celebrity.
Oakley's legacy endures as a symbol of skill, independence, and the American frontier myth.
1885
sharpshooter
Annie Oakley
Nate Salsbury
Buffalo Bill's Wild West
1895day.year
Joshua Slocum, the first person to sail single-handedly around the world, sets sail from Boston, Massachusetts aboard the sloop Spray.
Joshua Slocum departs Boston on his sloop Spray, embarking on the first solo circumnavigation of the globe.
On April 24, 1895, Joshua Slocum set sail from Boston aboard the sloop Spray.
He aimed to become the first person to single-handedly sail around the world.
Slocum spent years rebuilding the vessel to withstand long ocean passages.
His route took him across the Atlantic, Pacific, and Indian Oceans, calling at remote ports.
Facing storms, calm seas, and isolation, he navigated using celestial observations and ingenuity.
The voyage lasted over three years, covering approximately 46,000 miles.
Slocum’s achievement inspired generations of sailors and is celebrated as a maritime milestone.
1895
Joshua Slocum
1913day.year
The Woolworth Building, a skyscraper in New York City, is opened.
The Woolworth Building opens in New York City as the world’s tallest skyscraper at its completion, symbolizing early 20th-century architectural ambition.
On April 24, 1913, the Woolworth Building officially opened in New York City.
Designed by architect Cass Gilbert, it stood at 792 feet with 55 stories.
Financed by retail magnate Frank W. Woolworth, the neo-Gothic tower symbolized business success.
It became the tallest building in the world, earning the nickname “Cathedral of Commerce.”
The structure featured ornate terra-cotta detailing and a luminous lobby interior.
The opening drew crowds and cemented lower Manhattan’s skyline transformation.
The Woolworth Building remained a landmark of early 20th-century engineering and design.
1913
Woolworth Building
skyscraper