323
Ancient
Alexander's Empire Divided Among Generals
Following Alexander the Great's death, his generals began dividing his vast empire. The Wars of the Diadochi would last decades and create the Hellenistic kingdoms.
On This Day in History
1381
Politics
Peasants' Revolt: Wat Tyler Meets the King
Wat Tyler met King Richard II at Mile End during the Peasants' Revolt. The king promised reforms, but Tyler was later killed and the revolt suppressed.
1774
Civil Rights
Rhode Island Bans Slavery
Rhode Island became the first colony to prohibit the importation of enslaved people. The law reflected growing abolitionist sentiment in New England.
1886
Politics
King Ludwig II of Bavaria Found Dead
King Ludwig II of Bavaria was found dead in Lake Starnberg under mysterious circumstances. The builder of fairy-tale castles including Neuschwanstein remains one of history's most enigmatic figures.
1944
War & Conflict
First V-1 Flying Bombs Hit London
Nazi Germany launched the first V-1 flying bombs against London. The 'buzz bombs' killed over 6,000 people and damaged thousands of buildings.
1966
Civil Rights
Miranda v. Arizona Decided
The Supreme Court ruled in Miranda v. Arizona that suspects must be informed of their rights before police questioning. The 'Miranda rights' became a fundamental part of American law enforcement.
1983
Space
Pioneer 10 Leaves Solar System
Pioneer 10 crossed the orbit of Neptune, becoming the first human-made object to leave the solar system. Launched in 1972, it carried a gold plaque with information about Earth.