Historic Moments and Notable Figures Highlighted in Today's History Articles

From the election of Pope Francis to significant global events, the articles provide a comprehensive overview of historical milestones.

On March 13, 2013, Jorge Bergoglio of Argentina was elected Pope Francis, marking a historic moment as the first pontiff from the Americas and the first from outside Europe in over a millennium.
Significant historical events include the discovery of Uranus in 1781, the prohibition of the teaching of evolution in Tennessee in 1925, and the beginning of the Battle of Dien Bien Phu in 1954.
Notable figures such as financier J.P. Morgan Jr. and middleweight boxing great Marvelous Marvin Hagler are remembered for their contributions and achievements.
The articles also highlight important moments in U.S. history, such as President Abraham Lincoln's second inauguration in 1865 and the signing of a measure by Lincoln in 1862 prohibiting Union military officers from returning fugitive slaves.
Global events such as the Syrian civil war's beginnings in 2011, the Russian bombardment of Kyiv in 2022, and the Federal Reserve's emergency action in 2020 to support the economy during the coronavirus pandemic are also covered.