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On This Day: The Cocos Islands are transferred from the control of the United Kingdom to that... (1955)
On November 23, 1955: The Cocos Islands are transferred from the control of the United Kingdom to that of Australia. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about godly lead
On This Day: Rose Revolution: Georgian president Eduard Shevardnadze resigns following weeks... (2003)
On November 23, 2003: Rose Revolution: Georgian president Eduard Shevardnadze resigns following weeks of mass protests over flawed elections. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illu
On This Day: Lisbon Regicide: King Carlos I of Portugal and Infante Luis Filipe are shot dead... (1908)
On February 1, 1908: Lisbon Regicide: King Carlos I of Portugal and Infante Luis Filipe are shot dead in Lisbon. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about godly leadersh
On This Day: Northwest Indian War: Native American forces defeat the United States, ending... (1790)
On October 22, 1790: Northwest Indian War: Native American forces defeat the United States, ending the Harmar Campaign. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about how God
On This Day: The first National Women's Rights Convention begins in Worcester, Massachusetts. (1850)
On October 23, 1850: The first National Women's Rights Convention begins in Worcester, Massachusetts. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about God's heart for justice a
On This Day: World War II: At the battle of Makin the USS Liscome Bay is torpedoed near... (1943)
On November 24, 1943: World War II: At the battle of Makin the USS Liscome Bay is torpedoed near Tarawa and sinks, killing 650 men. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration a
On This Day: During the Let Yet Kone massacre, the Burmese military kills 13 villagers,... (2022)
On September 16, 2022: During the Let Yet Kone massacre, the Burmese military kills 13 villagers, including eight children, after attacking a school in Sagaing Region, Myanmar. This historical event
On This Day: Five days after the general elections which resulted in a hung parliament,... (2022)
On November 24, 2022: Five days after the general elections which resulted in a hung parliament, opposition leader and former deputy prime minister Anwar Ibrahim is officially named as the 10th prime
On This Day: Papua New Guinea gains independence from Australia. (1975)
On September 16, 1975: Papua New Guinea gains independence from Australia. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about the gift of freedom and liberation. Consider using i
On This Day: Elizabeth of York is crowned Queen of England. (1487)
On November 25, 1487: Elizabeth of York is crowned Queen of England. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about godly leadership and its impact. Consider using it when pr
On This Day: Russia-United Kingdom relations are restored, over six years after the Communist... (1924)
On February 1, 1924: Russia-United Kingdom relations are restored, over six years after the Communist revolution. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about godly leaders
On This Day: The Cudgel War begins in Finland (at the time part of Sweden), when peasants... (1596)
On November 25, 1596: The Cudgel War begins in Finland (at the time part of Sweden), when peasants rebel against the imposition of taxes by the nobility. This historical event can serve as a powerful
On This Day: French and Indian War: British forces capture Fort Duquesne from French control.... (1758)
On November 25, 1758: French and Indian War: British forces capture Fort Duquesne from French control. Later, Fort Pitt will be built nearby and grow into modern Pittsburgh. This historical event can
On This Day: Partitions of Poland: Stanisław August Poniatowski, the last king of independent... (1795)
On November 25, 1795: Partitions of Poland: Stanisław August Poniatowski, the last king of independent Poland, is forced to abdicate and is exiled to Russia. This historical event can serve as a powe
On This Day: World War II: Italian troops conquer Sidi Barrani. (1940)
On September 16, 1940: World War II: Italian troops conquer Sidi Barrani. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about how God works through the events of history. Consider
On This Day: American Indian Wars: In retaliation for the American defeat at the Battle of... (1876)
On November 25, 1876: American Indian Wars: In retaliation for the American defeat at the Battle of the Little Bighorn, United States Army troops sack the sleeping village of Cheyenne Chief Dull Knife
On This Day: World War I: Brussels is captured during the German invasion of Belgium. (1914)
On August 20, 1914: World War I: Brussels is captured during the German invasion of Belgium. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about how God works through the events o
On This Day: World War II: The Battle of Romania begins with a major Soviet Union offensive. (1944)
On August 20, 1944: World War II: The Battle of Romania begins with a major Soviet Union offensive. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about how God works through the e
On This Day: With the Grito de Dolores, Father Miguel Hidalgo begins Mexico's fight for... (1810)
On September 16, 1810: With the Grito de Dolores, Father Miguel Hidalgo begins Mexico's fight for independence from Spain. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about the
On This Day: The King Fahd Causeway is officially opened in the Persian Gulf. (1986)
On November 25, 1986: The King Fahd Causeway is officially opened in the Persian Gulf. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about godly leadership and its impact. Conside
On This Day: The Battle of Berezina begins during Napoleon's retreat from Russia. (1812)
On November 26, 1812: The Battle of Berezina begins during Napoleon's retreat from Russia. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about how God works through the events of
On This Day: The Manchester Guardian publishes the 1916 secret Sykes-Picot Agreement between... (1917)
On November 26, 1917: The Manchester Guardian publishes the 1916 secret Sykes-Picot Agreement between the United Kingdom and France. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration
On This Day: Slavery is abolished in Mauritius. (1835)
On February 1, 1835: Slavery is abolished in Mauritius. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about the dignity and worth of every person made in God's image. Consider usi
On This Day: James Francis Edward Stuart, sometimes called the "Old Pretender", becomes the... (1701)
On September 16, 1701: James Francis Edward Stuart, sometimes called the "Old Pretender", becomes the Jacobite claimant to the thrones of England and Scotland on the death of his father, James II. Th