1980⚡ Event
Irpinia earthquake in Italy
An earthquake struck the Irpinia region of Italy, killing at least 2,483 people, injuring more than 7,700 and leaving 250,000 homeless.
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What Happened on November 23?
Discover 15 historical moments on November 23 — 5 events, 5 birthdays, and 5 notable deaths spanning centuries of human history.
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Historical Events on November 23(5)
2003⚡ Event
Rose Revolution in Georgia
Eduard Shevardnadze resigned as President of Georgia following weeks of mass protests over disputed election results.
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2007⚡ Event
MS Explorer sinks in the Southern Ocean
MS Explorer became the first cruise ship to sink in the Southern Ocean.
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2009⚡ Event
Maguindanao massacre in the Philippines
A crowd of people on their way to register Esmael Mangudadatu's candidacy for governor of Maguindanao were kidnapped and killed by supporters of his rival, resulting in 58 deaths.
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2011⚡ Event
Yemen's President Saleh agrees to transfer power
After months of protests in Yemen, President Ali Abdullah Saleh agreed to transfer power to Vice President Abdrabbuh Mansur Hadi.
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Famous Birthdays on November 23(5)
Notable Deaths on November 23(5)
2017🕊️ Death
Stela Popescu
Stela Popescu, a Romanian actress, died on November 23, 2017. She was born in 1935.
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2020🕊️ Death
Tarun Gogoi
Tarun Gogoi, the Indian Chief Minister of Assam, died on November 23, 2020. He was born in 1934.
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2024🕊️ Death
Rico Carty
Rico Carty, a Dominican baseball player, died on November 23, 2024. He was born in 1939.
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2024🕊️ Death
Fred R. Harris
Fred R. Harris, an American politician, died on November 23, 2024. He was born in 1930.
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2024🕊️ Death
Chuck Woolery
Chuck Woolery, an American game show host and television personality, died on November 23, 2024. He was born in 1941.
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November 23 in History
November 23 is home to 15 recorded historical entries in our collection, including 5 notable events, 5 famous birthdays, and 5 deaths. This date has witnessed momentous occasions spanning from 1980 to the present day.
Major Events on November 23
Among the most notable events on November 23: Irpinia earthquake in Italy (1980), Rose Revolution in Georgia (2003), MS Explorer sinks in the Southern Ocean (2007). View all events →
Famous Birthdays on November 23
Notable figures born on November 23 include Alexis Ren, James Maddison, Caoimhín Kelleher. View all birthdays →
Notable Deaths on November 23
Remembered figures who died on November 23 include Stela Popescu, Tarun Gogoi, Rico Carty. View all →
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What happened on November 23?
- November 23 is home to 15 recorded historical entries, including 5 notable events, 5 famous birthdays, and 5 notable deaths.
- What is the most notable event on November 23?
- One of the most notable events on November 23 is: Irpinia earthquake in Italy.
- Who was born on November 23?
- Famous figures born on November 23 include Alexis Ren, James Maddison, Caoimhín Kelleher.
- How many historical events happened on November 23?
- Our collection records 5 historical events on November 23, spanning centuries of world history.
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