What Happened in 1996?

1996 was a great year for many reasons. It was the epicentre of a new age of gaming consoles, the start of the cellphone revolution, and the phrase “Girl Power” went global thanks to the Spice Girls. However, it was also a year of celebrity births and a few tragic losses. Here are some of …

What Happened in 1997?

1997 was a year of big changes in society. From huge political change in the UK to the losses of some of our most beloved public figures, 1997 was also the year of Teletubbies, Tamagotchis, and internet chat rooms. Whether you were around at the time to experience ’97 for yourself or not, we’ve lined …

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What Happened in 1998?

As you will come to see, 1998 was a pretty pivotal year for major societal changes – from search engines that would become part of our daily lives to agreements that brought about peace. This was the year in which French soccer went stratospheric, more and more of us went online, and men took advantage …

What Happened in 1999?

As the last year of the 20th century, 1999 was one that was full of promise and expectations. And, far more happened than the human race was probably expecting! From big political changes, including new kings and presidents, to world-shaking tragedies including earthquakes and crashes, 1999 is not a year history will soon forget. Above …

What Happened in 2000?

For anyone who remembers the year 2000, it was all about “Y2K” – with the threat of the Millennium Bug having passed, it was a year that stood for plenty of cultural and technological change. Let’s take a look at some of the biggest events of 2000, along with some famous birthdays and a few …

What Happened in 2001?

2001, the year in which the famous movie A Space Odyssey was set, turned out to be a little different than expected. While there are many positive moments to come out of this year, it’s inarguably remembered for the devastating attacks on the World Trade Centre in New York in September. Let’s take a look …

What Happened in 2002?

2002 was a fairly dramatic year on all accounts. Following terrorism that shook the world in 2001, this year was all about fighting back – but at the same time, it was also an important year for cultural growth both East and West. There are positives and negatives to look back on about 2002, and …

10 Revolutionary Facts about Vladimir Lenin

Vladimir Lenin was known for being one of the most influential people of the 20th century, and with good reason. As one of the founders of the Soviet Union, to this day, Lenin’s legacy is one of great controversy and debate – and, if you know anything at all about Russian history, it’s that its …

What Happened in 2003?

What can we say about 2003? Plenty, actually – and if you were around at the time, it’s likely to have been a pretty memorable year. If not, we’re here to jog your memories a little! It was a highly divisive year in many ways, with the Iraq War taking full shape and the world …

What Happened in 2004?

2004 was a pivotal year in the new millennium. It marked fascinating advances in technology, political movements that marked generations, and cultural novelties that stood the test of time. It truly was a year that will long mark the history books – but, instead of having to pick up a whole book about it, here …

What Happened in 2005?

2005 was the year of cargo pants, trucker hats, and Uggs galore! Mariah Carey and Destiny’s Child were everywhere on the radio, and of course, Grey’s Anatomy had just hit our TV screens for the first time. That, however, was just in the US – as this proved to be a highly dramatic year all …

8 Informative Facts about the Industrial Revolution

The Industrial Revolution was one of the most important periods of human history – even going back thousands of years! This brief period between around 1733 and 1913 saw the world move away from traditional handicraft toward manufacturing via machinery. Specifically, the term Industrial Revolution refers to a period during which the UK’s economy evolved …

What Happened in 2006?

If you can remember 2006, there’s a good chance you can remember the technological revolution that was just unfolding. It was before the rise of smartphones, and Facebook was just starting to change the social media landscape. Of course, 2006 was also a very important year all over the world for many more reasons – …

9 Bold Facts about the Bronze Age

If you spent any time paying attention in history class, there’s every chance you’ve heard of the Bronze Age before. It was a pivotal period of development in human history that historians view as extremely important for our use of materials, tools, and bartering. It’s sometimes known as the Chalcolithic Age between people truly in …

What Happened in 2007?

2007 was a year for big political changes, enormous technological movements, and, regrettably, terrorism and war. However, there was plenty of good that came out of this 12 months – and whether or not you were around to see it all unfold, we’re here to fill you in on the most interesting bits. Below, we …