History
News, analysis, and features about historical events, dates, figures, and discoveries.
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.
80 Years Since the Restoration of Diplomatic Relations between Bulgaria and the USSR – A Historic Choice That Changed the Country's Fate
On August 14, eight decades will pass since the restoration of diplomatic relations between Bulgaria and the USSR – a crucial turning point marking a new beginning for Bulgarian foreign policy in the 20th century.
"Half-Time of Memory": The Film That Reveals America's Hidden Nuclear Legacy
A new documentary reveals the Rocky Flats plant in Colorado and the deep environmental, social, and human consequences of nuclear production - a topic relevant to Bulgaria as well.
When the Moon Became Part of Earth: The Great Apollo 11 Parade in New York
On August 13, 1969, the Apollo 11 mission astronauts were welcomed with a grand parade in New York. Hundreds of thousands applauded the heroes returning from the Moon, marking a new era of discovery for all of humanity.