On this day in 2025 - 3/17/2025
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3/17/2025 - On this day in 2025
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461 AD: Saint Patrick, the patron saint of Ireland, is believed to have died on this day in Saul, Downpatrick. His missionary work helped spread Christianity across Ireland, and his legacy is celebrated annually on St. Patrick’s Day.
1776: During the American Revolutionary War, British forces evacuated Boston after George Washington fortified Dorchester Heights with cannons, ending an 11-month siege. This was a pivotal moment, marking the first major American victory in the war.
1845: The rubber band was patented by Stephen Perry in England. A simple yet revolutionary invention, it stemmed from Charles Goodyear’s vulcanization process and remains a practical tool today.
1941: The National Gallery of Art opened in Washington, D.C. Established with a gift from Andrew W. Mellon, it quickly became a cultural cornerstone, housing a vast collection of art for public enjoyment.
1950: Scientists at the University of California, Berkeley, announced the discovery of Californium, element 98 on the periodic table. Created in a cyclotron, this radioactive element expanded our understanding of atomic structure.
1969: Golda Meir became Israel’s first female prime minister. A key figure in the nation’s founding, her leadership during turbulent times, including the Munich Olympics crisis, cemented her as a historic figure.
1992: A referendum in South Africa saw 68.7% of (mostly white) voters approve dismantling apartheid, paving the way for a multiracial democracy. It was a turning point in ending decades of racial segregation.
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