12 November – a day that seems at first glance to be an average November day in fact hides many fascinating events from the past of the planet and the country. From dramatic political twists to extraordinary technological discoveries to entertaining moments that went to pop culture. Fasten your seatbelts and prepare to travel through November 12!
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Political Surprises: From Emperors to Communists
1035 – England goodbyes Canut of the Great
It is not frequently said of the Scandinavian rulers of England, but the large Canut died that day – the king who ruled England, Denmark and Norway. It's like individual present united Britain with Norway and Denmark. Kanut was a tough leader who knew how to regulation (and how to plunder). After he died, chaos broke out.
1927 - Trotsky out! Stalin in!
Leon Trotsky, 1 of the most crucial creators of the October Revolution, On 12 November 1927, he was expelled from the Communist organization of the russian Union. To be honest, Trotsky's exit was little of an "outtime at his own request" and more of a "outway through Stalin with a kick". This event was 1 of the key moments in the fight for power in the USSR, and Trotsky had to flee so far that he ended up in Mexico – unfortunately, there they got him too.
1948 Japan is liable for war crimes
W Japan had held Tokyo trials, resulting in 7 war leaders being sentenced to death. This was an crucial minute in the past of global justice, as well as a first step towards a fresh chapter for Japan, which later became a symbol of peaceful development.
1989 – Democratic renewal in Hungary
While the planet was busy tracking the fall of the Berlin Wall, The Hungarians were engaged in organizing the first free parliamentary elections. The election results ended the era of communism in Hungary and started a fresh democratic reality.
Space Adventures
1980 – Voyager 1 discovers the mysteries of Saturn
On November 12, 1980, the Voyager 1 probe flew close Saturn, delivering the first detailed photographs of this gas planet. That's how we learned that Saturn's rings were a space dump composed of ice and dust.
Entertainment and pop culture: from Beatles to Screen Hits
1970 The Beatles reign, but not for long.
Did you know that precisely that day in 1970 the single “Let It Be” was 1 of the most played songs in the world? It was the year the Beatles fell apart. After all, “Let It Be” remains an anthem for hard moments, recalling that sometimes you just gotta let go.
1990 – Home Alone premiere
Yes, on November 12, 1990, the planet first saw Kevin McCallister, who was left alone at home. The movie became a Christmas classic, and the phrase “Keep the change, ya philthy animal!” has entered the common language permanently. In Poland, the film, known as “Kevin alone at home”, became an essential part of Christmas, calling for a discussion each year: “Will Kevin be on tv again?”
Trivia from Poland: Not only bigos and dumplings
1655 – defence of Jasna Góra
On November 12, 1655, the legendary defence of Jasna Góra against Swedes began during the Swedish flood. It is simply a Polish story: a tiny group of monks with monks led successfully defended themselves against the Swedish army, showing that sometimes religion and courage are more effective than cannons. This event is inactive 1 of the symbols of Polish tenacity.
1933 – Poland in crisis and exit from the League of Nations
On that day Germany left the League of Nations, which was a clear signal of their withdrawal from global cooperation after planet War I. Poland, observing these turmoils, tried to find its place in a new, uncertain global order, which it turned out led consecutive to another war.
12 November – a normal, different day from the calendar
November 12 is simply a day full of contrasts – from heroic fights to political intrigues to entertaining hits and technological breakthroughs. If you think this is simply a average day, effort telling Leon Trotsky, Voyager 1 or Kevin from Home Alone. Each of them would have something to add!
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