History
News, analysis, and features about historical events, dates, figures, and discoveries.
The Air Offensive That Changed the Course of World War II
On July 10, 1940, an unprecedented air campaign began, aimed at the final defeat of Great Britain, but the British military managed to offer decisive resistance.
The Birth of a Tennis Legend: Wimbledon Transforms Sports History
On July 9, 1877, the first competition started, which marks the beginning of one of the most prestigious sports tournaments in the world, becoming a benchmark for tennis tradition.
A British historian expands cooperation with BTA in new documentary projects
Prestigious documentarian Prof. Bethany Hughes reaches a strategic agreement with the Bulgarian Telegraph Agency for access to archival materials, aimed at international cultural communication.
Ancient Temple Beneath Football Field Reveals Neolithic Secrets in Scotland
Archaeologists reveal a remarkable Neolithic complex near Karnusti, which changes our understanding of social organization in prehistoric societies through an impressive architectural discovery.
Pacific Transformation: Solomon Islands Break Colonial Chains
On July 7, 1978, the Solomon Islands officially won state sovereignty, marking a turning point in the post-colonial history of the Pacific region through a dramatic political transition.
London Memories: Twenty Years After the Terrorist Act of Solidarity
On July 7, 2005, the British capital experienced an unprecedented terrorist attack that took the lives of 52 people and forever changed public attitudes towards solidarity and human resilience.
Establishing a Key State Body for Cultural Heritage
On June 27, 1980, the government of the People's Republic of Bulgaria established a specialized institution responsible for the identification, research, and protection of cultural monuments in Bulgaria.
The European Council confirmed Bulgaria's entry into the Eurozone
The leaders of the European Union officially supported the plan for Bulgaria's accession to the eurozone from January 1, 2026, confirming the fulfillment of all necessary economic criteria.
World Day of Empathy: Fighting Against Torture
The international community marks a key date dedicated to victims of violence, emphasizing the importance of human rights and the need for prevention against inhumane treatment.
A Fateful Choice: Ferdinand Leads the Bulgarian State
On June 26, 1887, the Third Grand National Assembly made a historic decision by electing Prince Ferdinand von Saxe-Coburg-Gotha as the Bulgarian ruler, which marked the beginning of a new political era.
Sweden was a pioneer in the abolition of the death penalty in Europe.
On June 20, 1976, Sweden completely abolished the death penalty, including for war crimes and emergencies. This decision affirms the country as a leader in human rights protection policies and is a step towards the global abolition of the death penalty.
Documentary film about Hannah Arendt – a philosopher facing tyranny
The new documentary film "Hannah Arendt: Facing Tyranny" will be aired on American television PBS on June 27, 2025. The film traces the life and ideas of the German-American philosopher Hannah Arendt, exploring her experience of Nazism in Germany, her escape to the USA, and her incisive analyses of totalitarianism.
A starry window to the Universe: Bulgaria opens its first planetarium on June 20, 1934.
On June 20, 1934, the first Bulgarian planetarium was opened in Sofia, marking a new era in the popularization of astronomy among the general public. The facility, equipped with a modern opto-mechanical system, allows for a realistic reproduction of the starry sky and provides an opportunity for hundreds of students, university students, and citizens to learn about the structure of the Solar System and the movement of celestial bodies.
The Battle of Waterloo - the apogee and the decline of the Napoleonic era
On June 18, 1815, a decisive battle was fought near the Belgian village of Waterloo, which put an end to the rule of Napoleon Bonaparte and marked the end of the entire Napoleonic era in Europe. The united forces of the Seventh Coalition inflicted a crushing defeat on the French army, forcing Napoleon to abdicate for the second time.
The last heroic deed of Hristo Botev's detachment - the battle at Chereshovo Tree
On June 18, 1876, a decisive battle was fought between the surviving detachments of Botev and an Ottoman pursuit force in the area of the Chereshovo Tree near Vratsa. This is one of the last actions in the April Uprising, marked by heroism and self-sacrifice.