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Alphonse Milne-Edwards
Alphonse Milne-Edwards, a prominent French zoologist, who stood out for his important contribution to mammal and bird research.
† 21/4/1900DIGITAL ALMANAC · EUROPE/LISBON
Historical events for
Friday, 13 October 2023
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Arna Bontemps
Arna Bontemps, American writer and one of the central figures of the Harlem Renaissance, recognized for her contributions to African-American literature.
† 4/6/1973 - Birth
Yves Montand
Yves Montand, renowned French actor and singer, who marked the history of French cinema and music with his versatility and talent.
† 9/11/1991 - Birth
Margaret Thatcher
Margaret Thatcher (born October 13, 1925, and died April 8, 2013) was a British stateswoman. Known as the "Iron Lady", she was the first woman to lead the United Kingdom as Prime Minister, implementing deep conservative economic reforms that redefined the country.
† 8/4/2013 - Birth
Paul Simon
Paul Simon, American singer and songwriter, famous both for his solo work and for his partnership with Art Garfunkel, which resulted in classics such as "The Sound of Silence" and "Bridge Over Troubled Water".
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Bob Dylan
Bob Dylan, American musician, composer and writer, awarded the Nobel Prize for Literature in 2016, whose work had a profound impact on music and popular culture.
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Sammy Hagar
Sammy Hagar, American rock singer and songwriter, known as the former lead singer of the band Van Halen and for his major solo hits, including "I Can’t Drive 55".
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Beverly Johnson
Beverly Johnson (b. 1952) is an American model and actress of historical importance. In 1974, she forever changed the luxury fashion paradigm by becoming the first Black woman on the cover of American "Vogue", courageously leading a necessary inclusion revolution.
- Birth
Kazuo Ishiguro
Kazuo Ishiguro, British writer born in Japan, winner of the Nobel Prize for Literature in 2017, author of iconic works such as "The Remains of the Day" and "Never Leave Me".
- Birth
Ian Thorpe
Ian Thorpe, world-renowned Australian swimmer, winner of five Olympic gold medals and one of the greatest athletes in the history of swimming.
- Birth
Jimin (BTS)
Park Ji-min, known as Jimin (b. 1995), is an expert South Korean vocalist and dancer. His elegance in contemporary dance and his soaring vocals give an ethereal dimension to BTS performances.
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Acclaim of D. Pedro as Emperor of Brazil
On October 13, 1822, D. Pedro was acclaimed Emperor of Brazil, consolidating the country's independence. This acclaim was an important milestone in the history of Brazil, marking the beginning of a new period under the empire of D. Pedro I.
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Last apparition of Fátima (Miracle of the Sun)
On October 13, 1917, the last apparition of Our Lady in Fátima took place, an event known as the "Miracle of the Sun". Witnessed by thousands of people, this phenomenon was a milestone in Marian devotion and reinforced the importance of Fátima as a center of worldwide Catholic pilgrimage.
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Eusébio's last game for the National Team
On October 13, 1973, Eusébio da Silva Ferreira, one of the greatest footballers of all time, played his last match for the Portuguese National Team. This game marked the end of an extraordinary career serving the national team, where Eusébio left an unparalleled legacy in world football.
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Netscape browser launch
On October 13, 1994, the Netscape browser was launched, one of the first internet browsing platforms. Netscape played a fundamental role in popularizing the web, facilitating access to the internet for millions of users and marking the beginning of the era of the commercial internet.
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Rescue of the first miner from the Copiapo mine
A 13 de outubro de 2010, o primeiro dos 33 mineiros soterrados na mina de San José, em Copiapó, Chile, foi resgatado após 69 dias. O dramático resgate prendeu a atenção mundial, simbolizando uma vitória da esperança e da resiliência humana.
- History
Acclaim of António Guterres as UN Secretary General
António Guterres (b. 1949) is the Secretary-General of the United Nations and former Prime Minister of Portugal. His global leadership focuses on conflict mediation, human rights defense, and the urgent fight against climate change, being one of the most influential voices in international diplomacy.
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Nobel Prize for Literature to Bob Dylan
On October 13, 2016, musician and composer Bob Dylan was awarded the Nobel Prize for Literature. The Swedish Academy recognized his vast contribution to popular culture through his poetic lyrics, which influenced generations of artists and listeners.
- Culture
Release of "The Nightmare Before Christmas"
"The Nightmare Before Christmas", released on October 13, 1993 (limited release) and October 29, 1993 (general release), is a stop-motion film produced by Tim Burton that explores the world of Halloween Town.