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Historical events for
Friday, 6 October 2028

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  • Birth

    George Westinghouse

    Estados Unidos

    George Westinghouse, American inventor and businessman, pioneer in electrification and the development of the compressed air railway system.

    † 12/3/1914
  • Birth

    Le Corbusier

    Suíça/França

    Le Corbusier, born Charles Édouard Jeanneret, was a Swiss-French architect and pioneer of modern architecture.

    † 27/8/1965
  • Birth

    Maria Lamas

    Portugal

    Maria Lamas, Portuguese writer and activist, known for her fight for women's rights.

    † 6/12/1983
  • Birth

    Thor Heyerdahl

    Noruega

    Thor Heyerdahl, Norwegian explorer, famous for the Kon-Tiki expedition, where he sailed from Peru to Polynesia to sample pre-Columbian migration.

    † 18/4/2002
  • Birth

    Wang Huning

    A former academic and professor of International Politics, Wang Huning (b. 1955) is often called "China’s Kissinger." He is the country’s top ideological strategist, having shaped the official doctrines of three successive leaders. As Chairman of the Political Consultative Conference, he remains the brain behind the long-term vision for Chinese stability and the political system.

  • Birth

    David Eby

    Premier of British Columbia, David Eby (b. 1962) leads one of Canada’s most dynamic provinces. Focusing on housing, public safety, and the green transition, he represents the NDP’s governance model at the provincial level, serving as an influential voice in the country’s interprovincial coordination.

  • Birth

    Julia Pinheiro

    Portugal

    Júlia Pinheiro, Portuguese television presenter, known for programs such as "Queridas Manhãs".

  • Birth

    Elisabeth Shue

    Estados Unidos

    Elisabeth Shue, American actress, famous for her roles in films such as "Back to the Future" and "Party in Las Vegas".

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    History

    World Habitat Day

    Promoted by the United Nations on the first Monday of October, this day focuses global attention on the state of cities and the basic human right to adequate housing. It promotes reflection on sustainable urban planning and improving living conditions for all.

  • History

    Hatter's Day - Mad Hatter

    Hatter's Day - Mad Hatter is celebrated on October 6th, inspired by the iconic character Mad Hatter from "Alice in Wonderland". The day celebrates the Mad Hatter's characteristic eccentricity, absurdity and playful spirit, encouraging people to embrace humor and healthy madness.

  • History

    Launch of Instagram

    On October 6, 2010, Kevin Systrom and Mike Krieger launched Instagram. The photo-sharing application focused on visual aesthetics became one of the most influential cultural pillars of the smartphone era.

  • History

    Instagram launch

    Global

    Instagram is a social network focused on sharing photos and videos.

  • History

    John O'Keefe

    Estocolmo, Suécia

    The scientists received the prize for discoveries about the brain's positioning system.

  • History

    National Fado Day in Argentina

    Argentina

    National Fado Day in Argentina celebrates the influence and popularity of fado in this country.

  • History

    World Cerebral Palsy Day

    Mundo

    World Cerebral Palsy Day is celebrated on October 6th, promoting awareness about this condition and the inclusion of people with cerebral palsy.

  • History

    Meeting of the Captains Movement

    Portugal

    On October 6, 1973, the Captains Movement meeting took place in Lisbon, where the use of force to put an end to the dictatorship in Portugal was discussed for the first time.

  • History

    St. Bruno's Day

    Mundo

    Saint Bruno, founder of the Carthusian Order, is celebrated on October 6th as a symbol of devotion and simplicity.

  • History

    Presentation of the Citroën DS 19

    França

    On October 6, 1955, Citroën presented the DS 19 model at the Grand Palais in Paris, selling 12,000 units in just one day.

  • History

    Arrival of German settlers in Pennsylvania

    Estados Unidos

    On October 6, 1683, the first German settlers arrived in Pennsylvania, founding Germantown, the first German colony in America.

  • History

    Start of regular SIC broadcasts

    Portugal

    On October 6, 1992, regular broadcasts began on SIC, the first private television channel in Portugal.

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    Premiere of "The Jazz Singer"

    Estados Unidos

    On October 6, 1927, the first commercial sound film, "The Jazz Singer", premiered in New York, marking the beginning of the era of sound films.