1802day.year
The Garinagu arrive at British Honduras (present-day Belize).
Members of the Garinagu community arrived in British Honduras, laying the foundations for modern Garifuna culture.
In November 1802, the Garinagu people, descendants of West African slaves and indigenous Caribs, arrived on the coast of British Honduras. They had been forcibly relocated from the island of St. Vincent by British colonial authorities. Upon landing, the Garinagu established settlements and adapted their traditions to a new environment. Their presence introduced a vibrant blend of language, music, and food that still characterizes Garifuna culture today. Despite initial hardships, they secured land grants and built communities along the Caribbean coast. The Garinagu arrival marked the beginning of a lasting cultural legacy in present-day Belize, commemorated each year in Garifuna Settlement Day.
1802
Garinagu
Belize
1816day.year
Warsaw University is established.
Warsaw University was founded, becoming a key center for higher learning in Poland.
Established on November 19, 1816, under the Kingdom of Poland, Warsaw University opened with faculties of law, medicine, and philosophy. It aimed to educate Polish elites and nurture national identity during a period of foreign partition. Early faculty members included prominent scholars who fostered a revival of Polish science and culture. Despite political upheavals, the university expanded its curriculum to include humanities, natural sciences, and engineering. Over time, it became instrumental in intellectual resistance and the preservation of Polish language and traditions. Today, the University of Warsaw stands as Poland's largest institution of higher education, renowned for academic excellence.
1816
Warsaw University
1994day.year
In the United Kingdom, the first National Lottery draw is held. A £1 ticket gave a one-in-14-million chance of correctly guessing the winning six out of 49 numbers.
The first National Lottery draw in the UK takes place, offering a life-changing jackpot for a £1 ticket.
On November 19, 1994, the United Kingdom held its inaugural National Lottery draw, introducing 49 numbered balls and a £1 ticket price. Players had a one-in-14-million chance to match six numbers and claim the jackpot, igniting nationwide excitement. Proceeds from ticket sales were earmarked for public projects, including arts, sports, and heritage initiatives. The lottery quickly became a cultural phenomenon, generating significant revenue for good causes across Britain. Retailers saw a surge in foot traffic, and hopes ran high as winners were announced. The success of the first draw paved the way for an enduring institution that would fund thousands of community projects.
1994
National Lottery