History
News, analysis, and features about historical events, dates, figures, and discoveries.
Bulgarian Script: 1170 Years of Glagolitic
Vice President Yotova highlighted the key role of the creation of the Glagolitic alphabet and the Christianization for the Bulgarian statehood. A scientific forum at the Bulgarian Academy of Sciences (BAN) marks 1160 years since the Christianization, 1170 years of the Glagolitic alphabet, and 1140 years since the repose of St. Methodius. The event emphasizes the importance of the Bulgarian script and language.
Bulgarian Armistice 1918: World War I
On September 20, 1918, Bulgaria accepted the Austro-Hungarian offer of an armistice, marking the end of its participation in World War I. The Treaty of Neuilly, signed later, imposed harsh conditions and determined the country's fate for the following decade.
Bulgarian Independence: 117 Years of Freedom
On September 22, 1908, Bulgaria declared its independence, ending Ottoman rule. Celebrations marking the 117th anniversary will be held in Pomorie, commemorating this key moment in Bulgarian history.
September 9, 1944: The coup that changed Bulgaria
On September 9, 1944, Bulgaria experienced a military coup that reshaped its political path for decades, changing the state system and society.
September 6: Unification Day and the triumph of the Bulgarian spirit
Bulgaria celebrates the Unification of the Principality of Bulgaria with Eastern Rumelia. A tribute to the feat and strength of the Bulgarian spirit that united the nation.
20 Years Ago Today: Google Goes Public and Changes the Internet
On August 19, 2004, Google Inc. began trading stocks, becoming a global leader in search and online services.
August 19 – World Humanitarian Day: Honoring Medics and Their Risks in Conflict Zones
On August 19, the international community pays tribute to humanitarian workers, with a focus on the dangers faced by medics in conflict areas.
Shumen Theater Presents Two Comedies at Orpheus Summer Cinema - Plovdiv
On August 20 and 27, 'Vasil Drumev' will be a guest with comedies featuring Albena Koleva and an absurd satire by Tedi Moskov - theater as a scene of hope.
The Bulgarian Church Marks the Dormition of St. John of Rila - the Heavenly Patron of the People
On August 18, Orthodox Christians honor St. John of Rila with a Patriarchal Holy Liturgy and worship at the Rila Monastery.
Ilinden-Preobrazhenie Uprising: 122 Years of Commemoration at Petrova Niva
The commemoration of the 122nd anniversary of the Ilinden-Preobrazhenie Uprising brought officials to Petrova Niva to honor the heroes.
St. Hieromartyr Simeon of Samokov: The Hero Who Challenged the Ottoman Empire
A story about the life of a Bulgarian clergyman who stood up for his faith against Ottoman conquerors and paid with his life, becoming a symbol of a national hero.
President Rumen Radev honors the memory of the Ilinden-Preobrazhensko Uprising at Petrova Niva
A solemn ceremony in honor of the 122nd anniversary of the uprising, with the participation of the head of state, including commemorative events and a scientific conference on Bulgarian history.
Panama Canal: The Revolution That Changed World Trade
On August 15, 1914, the first ship passed through the Panama Canal, connecting the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans and marking the beginning of a new era in global logistics.
Napoleon Bonaparte: Born on This Day – How a Great Transformer of Europe Comes to Life
On August 15, 1769, Napoleon Bonaparte was born – a personality who changed the destiny of the continent. What are the roots of his rise and what does this mean for modern Europe?
The Shipka Epic: Bulgarian Heroism in August 1877
On August 14, we commemorate one of the most heroic pages in Bulgarian history — the defense of Shipka in 1877, where Bulgarian volunteers and Russian troops withstood Ottoman pressure and paved the way to liberation.