Assassination in Chinese Palace: Shifting Power in Turkic Empires (+ 10 more historical events on this day!)

Assassination in Chinese Palace: Shifting Power in Turkic Empires (+ 10 more historical events on this day!)

Author: Amalia Dupray and Montgomery Jones November 2, 2023 Duration: 9:28
A Daily Dose of History (02 Nov 2023) Today's historical events: A qaghan of the Western Turkic Khaganate is assassinated in a Chinese palace by Eastern Turkic rivals after the approval of Tang emperor Gaozu. Plymouth Colony governor Josiah Winslow leads a colonial militia against the Narragansett during King Philip's War. The French Directory, a five-man revolutionary government, is created. Time zone: New Zealand officially adopts a standard time to be observed nationally. North Dakota and South Dakota are admitted as the 39th and 40th U.S. states. The Boers begin their 118-day siege of British-held Ladysmith during the Second Boer War. Bulgaria defeats the Ottoman Empire in the Battle of Lule Burgas, the bloodiest battle of the First Balkan War, which opens her way to Constantinople. World War I: The Russian Empire declares war on the Ottoman Empire and the Dardanelles are subsequently closed. The Balfour Declaration proclaims British support for the "establishment in Palestine of a national home for the Jewish people" with the clear understanding "that nothing shall be done which may prejudice the civil and religious rights of existing non-Jewish communities". The Military Revolutionary Committee of the Petrograd Soviet, in charge of preparation and carrying out the Russian Revolution, holds its first meeting. In the United States, KDKA of Pittsburgh starts broadcasting as the first commercial radio station. The first broadcast is the result of the 1920 United States presidential election. Information from this episode are sourced from API Ninjas Explanations from OpenAI ChatGPT API with proprietary prompts. This podcast is produced by Klassic Studios Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Each morning, A Daily Dose of History: Events on this Day in History offers a brief, vivid look back at the turning points, curious incidents, and remarkable figures that share today's date. Hosts Amalia Dupray and Montgomery Jones have a knack for finding the unexpected connections and human stories within the broader sweep of time, moving beyond dry facts to explore the context and consequences that make history feel immediate. Their conversations are engaging and thoughtfully researched, designed to fit seamlessly into your daily routine. You might hear about a pivotal scientific discovery, a forgotten cultural milestone, or a political event that reshaped nations, all unpacked in a clear and compelling narrative. This podcast proves that you don't need hours to gain a deeper appreciation for our shared past; a concise, well-told story can be profoundly illuminating. Tune in for a daily moment of perspective, a chance to reflect on how the echoes of yesterday continue to shape our world now. It's a consistent source of learning and curiosity, perfect for anyone who wants to add a little intellectual spark to their commute, morning coffee, or evening wind-down.
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