On this day: November 15
On this day, November 15, many significant events have taken place throughout history. Let’s take a look back at some of the most notable moments that occurred on this day.
1920 – League of Nations Holds First Assembly
The League of Nations, an international organization established after World War I to promote peace and cooperation among countries, held its first assembly on November 15, 1920. The League’s headquarters were located in Geneva, Switzerland, and it aimed to prevent future conflicts through diplomacy and collective security.
1940 – Holocaust Begins in Eastern Europe
On November 15, 1940, the Holocaust, a systematic genocide of six million Jews by the Nazi regime, began in Eastern Europe. The Nazis implemented policies of persecution, forced labor, and eventually mass extermination in concentration camps such as Auschwitz and Treblinka.
1969 – Vietnam War Moratorium Protests
On November 15, 1969, millions of Americans took part in various demonstrations and protests across the country as part of the Vietnam War Moratorium. The moratorium was a coordinated effort to call for an end to the Vietnam War and bring American troops home.
1988 – Estonia Declares Independence
On November 15, 1988, Estonia, a Baltic state in Eastern Europe, declared its independence from the Soviet Union. This declaration marked the beginning of a movement that eventually led to the dissolution of the Soviet Union in 1991.
2003 – Largest Solar Flare Recorded
On November 15, 2003, the largest solar flare ever recorded by scientists occurred. The flare, known as the “Bastille Day Event,” was classified as an X28 on the solar flare intensity scale and caused disruptions to satellite communications and power grids on Earth.
2015 – Paris Terrorist Attacks
On November 15, 2015, a series of coordinated terrorist attacks took place in Paris, France, resulting in the deaths of 130 people and injuring hundreds more. The attacks, carried out by the Islamic State, targeted various locations in the city, including a concert hall, restaurants, and a sports stadium.
Conclusion
November 15 has been a day marked by both triumph and tragedy throughout history. From the establishment of international organizations to the declaration of independence of nations, this day serves as a reminder of the events that have shaped the world we live in today.
