September 2: From Cleopatra to Google Chrome

15/10/2024 11 min Temporada 1 Episodio 246

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Episode Synopsis

This episode explores the historical significance of September 2nd, spanning from ancient Egypt to the modern digital age. We'll discuss Cleopatra declaring her son co-ruler in 44 BC, the Great Fire of London in 1666, the adoption of the Gregorian Calendar, and the intense geomagnetic storm known as the Carrington Event in 1859. We'll also look at significant 20th century events including the first Eagle Scout being awarded, the Labor Day Hurricane, the signing of the Japanese Instrument of Surrender, and the launch of Google Chrome in 2008.