21 Nov
History
20 Nov
On This Day – November 20th
It’s official – we are now well into the last third of November, and that means we are edging ever closer to Christmas. However, there are plenty of other reasons to continue marking November’s dates on the calendar, with November 20th proving to be a popular date for millions of people all over the world. …
19 Nov
On This Day – November 19th
November 19th is a popular day for millions of people worldwide, especially for those celebrating birthdays and special occasions! Otherwise, it’s a great opportunity to look back at some seriously interesting moments in history. If you are celebrating for any reason today, we share some famous birthdays in our guide below, and fill you in …
18 Nov
On This Day – November 18th
The holiday season edges ever closer, and it hardly seems like we’ve spent any time in November at all! However, here we are at the 18th – the weather’s turning colder, and the leaves are falling in the upper hemisphere, and as it happens, there’s lots to unpack about today in history. If you’re celebrating …
17 Nov
On This Day – November 17th
Although November 17th may just be an ordinary day to you, to others, it is an incredibly important occasion. It has serious cultural and historical significance – and while you might not be celebrating it yourself, we have all the reasons why 11/17 is worth remembering right here. Keep reading for some famous birthdays and …
16 Nov
On This Day – November 16th
So, we’re over halfway through the month, and some of us are definitely ready for November to be over. The fall blues are kicking in, and we’re looking for the pick-me-ups of the December festivities! However, before we all disregard November too much, let’s take a closer look and see what makes this particular day …
15 Nov
On This Day – November 15th
Where is the year going? It seems like fall only arrived a week or so ago, and yet, the festive season will soon be upon us. We’re already halfway into the month, but before we look too quickly to the second half, here are some of the most interesting things to know about November 15th!
14 Nov
On This Day – November 14th
It’s hard to believe that we’re approaching the middle of November already! However, before you let the month – and the rest of fall – fly by, now’s a great chance to look back at some of the most exciting moments from history that unfolded on this very date. At the end of this guide, …
13 Nov
On This Day – November 13th
November 13th isn’t just another day. In fact, if it falls on a Friday, you might well assume it’s a day to be extra careful around bad luck! However, we have plenty of other reasons why November 13th is worth marking in your diary, including a few fascinating historical events and some famous birthdays. Let’s …
12 Nov
On This Day – November 12th
We can practically hear you wonder what makes November 12th so special. After all, it might not be a date on the calendar that leaps out to absolutely everybody! However, there are plenty of great reasons why November 12th is worth remembering, and we have more than a few to share with you right here …
11 Nov
On This Day – November 11th
Most of us know November 11th as one of the most important dates in history. It’s a day for many of us to consider peace and the lives lost to maintain it. But November 11th has a lot of history beyond that, too. Here are some of the most important things to know about November …
10 Nov
On This Day – November 10th
It’s ten days into November, and already so much has happened! It’s hard to believe we’re nearly at the end of the year – but, as always, there are plenty of different things to learn about the days left on the calendar. We’ve rounded up some fantastic reasons why November 10th is so important.
9 Nov
14 Well-adjusted Facts about William the Conqueror
William I of England, better known as William the Conqueror or William the Bastard, despite his difficult childhood, became one of the most influential kings in British history. He made himself the mightiest noble in France and by conquering England he altered the course of the country’s history. He was a complicated man, and a ruthless warrior, …
9 Nov
On This Day – November 9th
November 9th may feel like a dark, rainy day for many of us in the upper hemisphere, but if we can learn anything from history, it’s that today can be full of surprises. It might be your birthday or you might otherwise be celebrating today – but whether you are or not, we’ve brought together …
8 Nov