1805⚡ Event
Battle of Trafalgar
A major naval battle fought between the British Royal Navy and the combined fleets of the French and Spanish Navies during the Napoleonic Wars.
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This Week in History: Week 43
October 21 – October 27
Over 5 historical moments took place during these 7 days of the calendar year. Explore our curated digest of the most world-changing events, iconic births, and notable deaths.
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Major Events (October 21 – October 27)(5)
1905⚡ Event
Norway dissolves union with Sweden
Norway peacefully dissolved its union with Sweden, marking the establishment of Norway as an independent nation.
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1929⚡ Event
Wall Street Crash
The Wall Street Crash of 1929, also known as Black Thursday, occurs. This stock market crash marked the beginning of a prolonged economic downturn worldwide.
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1929⚡ Event
Wall Street Crash of 1929
The Wall Street Crash of 1929, also known as Black Tuesday, marked the beginning of a major stock market decline.
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1929⚡ Event
Black Tuesday: Wall Street Crash begins
The Wall Street Crash of 1929, also known as Black Tuesday, marked the beginning of a major economic downturn that led to the Great Depression.
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