Alexander the Great decisively defeated Darius III of Persia at the Battle of Gaugamela, solidifying his control over the Persian Empire. This strategic victory marked a turning point in Alexander’s conquests and expanded his dominion across Asia, establishing one of the largest empires in history.
331 BCE – Alexander the Great Wins Battle of Gaugamela
The Siege of Yorktown began, marking the final major battle of the American Revolutionary War. American and French forces, led by George Washington and the Comte de Rochambeau, besieged British General Cornwallis’s army, leading to a decisive victory for the revolutionaries.
1781 – Siege of Yorktown Begins
Through the Treaty of San Ildefonso, Spain secretly returned the Louisiana Territory to France. This transfer set the stage for the Louisiana Purchase in 1803, significantly expanding the United States under President Thomas Jefferson.
1800 – Spain Cedes Louisiana to France
Emma Nutt made history as the first female telephone operator, hired by the Boston Telephone Dispatch Company. Her employment opened doors for thousands of women in telecommunications, revolutionizing the workforce and shifting perceptions of women’s roles in industries that had previously been dominated by men.
1880 – First Electric Lamp Factory Opens
The Ford Motor Company introduced the Model T, the first affordable automobile for the middle class. The Model T revolutionized transportation and manufacturing, paving the way for mass production and the modern automotive industry.
