Скачать или смотреть On This Day: December 27 Empires, Exploration, and Bold New Beginnings

December 27 marks major turning points in world history. From the dedication of the Hagia Sophia and Darwin’s life-changing voyage, to the founding of the Soviet Union, the rise of global finance, and humanity’s first trip around the Moon, this date shaped the modern world.

In this video, we explore what happened on December 27 throughout history, including:
• 537 — The Hagia Sophia is dedicated
• 1831 — Charles Darwin begins his voyage on the HMS Beagle
• 1904 — Times Square New Year’s tradition begins
• 1922 — The Soviet Union is formally established
• 1932 — Radio City Music Hall opens
• 1945 — The IMF begins operations
• 1968 — Apollo 8 returns from lunar orbit
• 2002 — Construction begins on One World Trade Center

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