Historical events for
Tuesday, 29 September 2026

Miguel de Cervantes Saavedra (1547-1616) was a Spanish writer, creator of “Don Quixote”, considered the first modern novel.

Horatio Nelson (1758-1805) was a British admiral and hero of the Battle of Trafalgar, known for his decisive naval leadership.

Miguel de Unamuno (1864-1936) was a Spanish philosopher and writer, one of the most important figures of the Generation of '98.

Maria Matos (1890-1952) was one of the most famous actresses of Portuguese theater and cinema.

Laszlo Biro (also spelled László Bíró), Hungarian-Argentine inventor who created the modern ballpoint pen.

Ladislao Biró, born on September 29, 1899, was the inventor of the ballpoint pen, an invention that revolutionized writing. He passed away on October 24, 1985, leaving a legacy of innovation in people's daily lives.

Enrico Fermi (1901-1954) was an Italian physicist, known for his contributions to nuclear physics and the creation of the first nuclear reactor.

Michelangelo Antonioni (1912-2007) was an Italian filmmaker, famous for his innovative and introspective films.

Samora Machel (1933-1986) was a Mozambican revolutionary and statesman, the first president of Mozambique after independence.

Jerry Lee Lewis (1935-2022) was an American singer, songwriter and pianist, known as one of the greatest figures in rock and roll.

Silvio Berlusconi (1936-2023) was an Italian politician and businessman, Prime Minister of Italy on several occasions.

Lech Walesa (1943) is a Polish trade union leader, winner of the Nobel Peace Prize in 1983 and former president of Poland.

Norwegian writer and playwright, winner of the Nobel Prize for Literature in 2023. His minimalist and introspective writing, often focused on silence and repetition, has made him one of the most important voices in contemporary literature.

Nuno Guerreiro, Portuguese singer and musician. He achieved notoriety as the main vocalist of Ala dos Outubro, a group he joined in 1995, replacing João Gil on vocal duties. With his distinctive voice, he performed hits such as "Solta-se o Beijo", "Fim do Mundo" and "Não na Lua". In addition to his career with Ala dos Outubro, he also developed solo projects. He was one of the most recognized interpreters of contemporary Portuguese music, combining Portuguese musical tradition with modern sounds. He passed away in Lisbon on April 17, 2025, aged 52, leaving an important legacy in Portuguese music.

Second album by the band Portishead, known for a darker and experimental sound.

In 1983, Microsoft introduced Word 1.0, marking the beginning of a revolution in word processing.

Scotland Yard was created in 1829 as the headquarters of the London Metropolitan Police.

Porto Canal was opened on September 29, 2006, being a reference in Portugal for the northern region.

In Portugal, Singles Day is celebrated on September 29th, dedicated to everyone who lives a single life.

Since 2019, the UN has celebrated this day to raise awareness among the world's population about the importance of reducing food waste.

World Retina Day aims to raise awareness about retinal diseases and promote eye health.

The World Heart Federation chose September 29th to promote cardiovascular health and prevent heart disease.

The Day of the Holy Archangels celebrates the protection and divine messages brought by the Archangels Michael, Gabriel and Raphael.

4-hour endurance race at the Mugello Circuit, Italy, part of the 2024 European Le Mans Series. First time on the ELMS calendar.