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On This Day – November 13

On This Day – November 13

  • 2015 Terrorist attacks in Paris

    A series of coordinated terrorist attacks that included suicide bombs and mass shootings took place in France’s capital city. Venues attacked included the Stade de France and the Bataclan theater during a concert. The Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS), also known as the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant or Daesh (ISIL) took responsibility for the attacks that killed about 130 people.

  • 1994 Sweden votes to join EU

    The referendum passed with over 50% of Swedish citizens voting to join the European Union. The Nordic country officially joined the EU on January 1, 1995.

  • 1985 Armero tragedy

    The late evening eruption of the Nevado del Ruiz volcano in Colombia caused volcanic mudflows, called lahars, and flooded the city of Armero, killing 25,000 of its residents. The Armero tragedy is considered to be one of the deadliest volcano related disasters in the 20th century.

  • 1950 Assassination of Carlos Delgado Chalbaud

    The Venezuelan president and head of the military Junta was kidnapped and killed by rebels headed by Rafael Simón Urbina. Chalbaud came to power after a coup against Rómulo Gallegos in 1948.

  • 1887 Bloody Sunday in London

    Protests by poor and unemployed Londoners over their hardships in Trafalgar Square took a violent turn when the police charged on those protesting with batons. By the end of the day, 2 or 3 people were killed and several hundred protestors were injured.

Famous

Scotty Bowman

This Weeks Famous Canadian

Scotty Bowman

NHL Coach Scotty Bowman

Full Name: William Scott Bowman
Profession: NHL Coach

Nationality:

Canada
Canadian

Biography: Holds the record for most wins in NHL history with 1,244 regular season wins and 223 Stanley Cup playoff wins.

Combined, as a player, coach, and executive, he has won 13 Stanley Cups.

Born: September 18, 1933
Birthplace: Montreal, Quebec, Canada
Age: 90 years old

Historical Events

  • 1984-12-19 Scotty Bowman wins his 691st regular season game, the most wins by any coach in NHL history
  • 1991-03-27 Scotty Bowman inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame as a “builder” of the game
  • 1997-02-02 Scotty Bowman becomes first coach in NHL history to win 1,000 games
  • 1997-12-22 Scotty Bowman’s Red Wings beat the Boston Bruins, 4-2 giving him 200 wins with Detroit, and making him the first NHL coach to record 200 wins with 3 different teams; also Montreal and Buffalo
  • 2002-06-13 Stanley Cup Final, Joe Louis Arena, Detroit, MI: Detroit Red Wings beat Carolina Hurricanes, 3-1 for a 4-1 series win; Red Wings’ 10th title; coach Scotty Bowman retires with record 9th title
History

On This Day – November 12

On This Day – November 12

  • 1991 Dili massacre

    Several pro-independence protesters were shot at the Santa Cruz cemetery in Dili, East Timor by Indonesian soldiers. about 250 people were killed in this event, which is also known as the Dili massacre or the Santa Cruz massacare

  • 1990 Coup in Lesotho

    Justin Metsing Lekhanya staged a coup against King Moshoeshoe II of Lesotho and took over the government of Lesotho. Lekhanya was deposed a few months later in another military coup.

  • 1984 First salvage operation in space

    Astronauts Dale A. Gardner and Joseph P. Allen aboard space shuttle Discovery performed a series of space walks to salvage parts from two satellites, the Palapa B-2 and the Westar 6 which had steered away from their orbits.

  • 1981 STS-2 launched

    The second space shuttle mission by NASA, space shuttle Columbia was launched from NASA’s John F. Kennedy Space Center in Florida. It was the first time a manned space shuttle had been launched twice.

  • 1966 First images of a Solar Eclipse taken from space

    The crew of Gemini 12 which included Edwin Eugene “Buzz” Aldrin were able to view and take pictures of the total solar eclipse over South America.

Today

A Solemn Morning of Remembrance

A Solemn Morning of Remembrance: Honoring Our Loved Ones and War Veterans

    Today, at 9 AM, my cousin Bonnie and I attended a Remembrance Day service to pay tribute to our family members who have gone before us and to honor the brave war veterans who sacrificed so much for our freedom. 🕊️

   As we gathered at the solemn ceremony, the air was filled with a deep sense of gratitude and respect. The echoes of the bugle playing the haunting melody of “The Last Post” served as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by those who fought for peace and justice.

 

    Remembering our family members who are no longer with us brought a mix of emotions. Their memories are like gentle whispers in the wind, guiding us, inspiring us, and reminding us of the importance of love, unity, and resilience. Those memories of shared laughter, tears, and the enduring bond that time cannot erase.

The symbolic red poppies adorned our chests, a simple yet powerful emblem that connects us to the profound significance of this day. These delicate flowers serve as a visual representation of the resilience and beauty that can emerge even in the most challenging of circumstances.

The service allowed us to reflect not only on our personal losses but also on the collective sacrifice made by countless men and women who answered the call of duty. The stories of bravery and selflessness resonate through generations, reminding us that freedom is a precious gift, often secured through great hardship.

    Today, we stood in solidarity with all nations that observe Remembrance Day, acknowledging the global impact of war and the shared responsibility to strive for a more peaceful world. The service was a moment to unite as a community, transcending borders and differences, in a shared commitment to remembering and honoring those who served.

     As we left the service, the weight of our grief was lightened by a renewed sense of purpose. In remembering our loved ones and war veterans, we carry forward their legacy by cherishing the peace they fought to secure. Let us strive for a world where their sacrifices are honored through our actions, kindness, and a steadfast commitment to fostering unity and understanding.

    May the flame of remembrance burn brightly in our hearts today and every day, a beacon of gratitude guiding us towards a future of peace and compassion.

Bonnie And  Bev 2023