In 1789 The Groote Kerk pulpit, sculpted by Anton Anreith, is inaugurated in Cape Town. Image by Wikipedia Common
We look back on this day in world and South African history, remembering the people and events that shaped the world we live in today.
In 1789 The Groote Kerk pulpit, sculpted by Anton Anreith, is inaugurated in Cape Town. Image by Wikipedia Common
Look at what happened on this day 28 November in history. From various achievements and milestones throughout human history to groundbreaking inventions and events that shaped the world we live in today.
Here is a look at some of the most notable events that happened on this day
2007 | The Peninsula Manila is under siege by the Armed Forces of the Philippines in response to a mutiny by Senator Antonio Trillanes.
1973 | Sarah Jones, a Tony and Obie award-winning playwright, actress, and poet, gains recognition for her work in “Bridge & Tunnel.”
1967 | Resignation of US Secretary of Defense Robert McNamara is announced.
1929 | Establishment of the University of Pretoria.
1789 | Inauguration of the Groote Kerk pulpit in Cape Town, sculpted by Anton Anreith.
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1998 | Reginae Carter, Rapper
1995 | Laura Marano, Tv Actress
1976 | Chadwick Boseman, Movie Actor
1973 | Ryan Giggs, Soccer Player
1955 | Howie Mandel, Game Show Host
2021 | David Gulpilil, Movie Actor died at 68
2020 | Papa Bouba Diop, a Soccer Player died at 42
2005 | Macon McCalman, Movie Actor died at 72
2004 | John Drew Barrymore, Movie Actor died at 72
2001 | George Harrison, Guitarist, died at 58
2009 | Chelsea extends their lead in the Premier League with a 3-0 victory over Arsenal. Didier Drogba’s performance, including guiding a Cole cross into the top corner and Vermaelen’s goal, contributes to the win.
2002 | Sir Paul McCartney’s paintings are purchased for £35 each at London’s Royal College of Art’s Secrets Postcard Sale. Buyers gamble on the identity of the artist, revealed only after the sale.
In Southern Africa, over 600 stone-built ruins exist in Zimbabwe, Mozambique, and South Africa. Known as “Mazimbabwe” in the Shona language, these ruins signify great revered houses and courts built by the Bantu-speaking people.