Events ❯ Commemorations

Historical Events

World War II Operation Market Garden Kristallnacht Battle of Chapultepec Cultural Celebrations Battle of Isandlwana Anniversary May 8, 1945 Victory over Japan Day Gesta del 7 de marzo 1968 Massacre

Hundreds Hold Mock Funeral for the Penny at the Lincoln Memorial

Organizers leaned into symbolism after the Mint’s final strike, with officials pointing to roughly $56 million in annual savings.

Iran Marks U.S. Embassy Seizure Anniversary With Nationwide Rallies and Militarized Displays

‘Lessons From the Tree of Life’ Opens at Museum of Jewish Heritage, Connecting Past and Present Antisemitism

Mexico City Closes Central Metro Stations for Oct. 2 March Until Further Notice

Thunderstorm Risk Puts Ginkelse Heide Airborne Droppings on Weather Watch

Sheinbaum Receives Credentials From Five Envoys as China's Ambassador Holds Two-Hour Meeting

Italy Marks 45th Anniversary of Bologna Station Bombing With Ceremonies and Calls to Broaden National Remembrance

Bautzen Council to Decide Year-Round Flag Displays on District Buildings

Dunkirk Little Ships Diverted During 85th Anniversary Voyage for Migrant Boat Incident

Peace Trek Departs Berlin with Horses and Bell, Faces Animal Welfare Criticism

Dresden and Cottbus Mark 80th Anniversary of WWII Bombings with Calls for Reflection

France Marks 50 Years Since Liévin Mining Disaster With Solemn Tributes