She led the STS-93 mission aboard Space Shuttle Columbia, which deployed the Chandra X-ray Observatory. Collins’ achievement was a significant milestone in the history of space exploration and women’s roles in STEM fields.
In 1997, Slobodan Milošević becomes president of the Federal Republic of Yugoslavia
Slobodan Milošević had previously served as the president of Serbia. His presidency was marked by political turmoil, economic sanctions, and the NATO intervention in the Kosovo War. Milošević’s rule ended with his ousting in 2000 and subsequent trial for war crimes.
In 1982, the International Whaling Commission bans commercial whale hunting
The IWC voted to implement a moratorium on commercial whale hunting, effective from the 1985-1986 season. This landmark decision aimed to protect whale populations from overexploitation and has been a critical step in marine conservation efforts.
In 1967, the Detroit riots break out
Violent riots erupted in Detroit, Michigan, following a police raid on an unlicensed bar. The riots lasted five days, resulting in 43 deaths, over 1,000 injuries, and extensive property damage. The unrest highlighted deep-seated racial tensions and socio-economic disparities in the United States.
In 1952, the Egyptian monarchy is overthrown
A group of military officers known as the Free Officers Movement, led by General Muhammad Naguib and Colonel Gamal Abdel Nasser, overthrew King Farouk of Egypt. This coup d’état marked the end of the monarchy and led to the establishment of a republic, paving the way for significant social and political reforms in Egypt.
In 1903, Ford Motor Company sells its first automobile
A Ford Model A was sold to Dr. Ernst Pfenning of Chicago on July 23. This event marked the beginning of Ford’s journey to becoming a major player in the automotive industry, revolutionizing transportation with the introduction of mass production techniques and the Model T.
