Fact 1: Birthday of A Famous Physicist
On November 7, 1867, the world was introduced to an incredible mind. Renowned physicist and chemist, Marie Curie was born in Warsaw, a part of modern-day Poland. She is well known for her research on radioactivity and was honored with two Nobel Prizes in Physics and Chemistry, respectively.
Fact 2: A Day for the Prominent Russian Revolution
November 7th, 1917, is marked as the start of the Russian Revolution. Known as Red October, it was on this day the Bolsheviks overthrew the Russian Provisional Government in Petrograd. It was a historical turning point which eventually led to the creation of the Soviet Union.
Fact 3: November 7 is also National Bittersweet Chocolate with Almonds Day
For all the chocolate lovers out there, November 7 is the perfect excuse to indulge in some bitter-sweet treat as it’s the National Bittersweet Chocolate with Almonds Day. Bittersweet chocolate is chocolate liquor to which sugar, cocoa butter and vanilla have been added.
Fact 4: Debut of Covergirl
November 7, 1961, marked a revolutionary day in the history of modeling and cosmetic brands. It was the day when CoverGirl, the popular American cosmetics brand, was introduced by the Noxzema Chemical Company.
Fact 5: Election Day in the U.S.
In the United States, November 7th can most times fall as an Election Day. It's traditionally held on the Tuesday after the first Monday in November; therefore, the earliest possible date is November 2, and the latest November 8.
Fact 6: Battle of Tippecanoe
The Battle of Tippecanoe, which is fought between American soldiers and Native American warriors along the Wabash River in Indiana, happened on November 7, 1811. This battle is a significant event that contributed greatly to the War of 1812.
Fact 7: The First Issue of Look Magazine
On this day, in 1937, the first issue of Look Magazine was distributed. The biweekly general-interest magazine was created to compete with the popular Life Magazine.
Fact 8: Einstein Was Granted his First US Patent
Albert Einstein was granted his first US patent for a self-adjusting camera on November 7, 1933. It was one of the 50 patents he received throughout his life.
Fact 9: The Collapse of St. Francis Dam
November 7th, 1929, marks the official end of the inquiry into the St. Francis Dam collapse. The St. Francis Dam was a curved gravity dam which failed just hours after being filled to its full capacity for the very first time.
Fact 10: A Knight on this Day
The famous English biologist Thomas Henry Dudley Ryder was knighted on November 7, 1933. His works on cell physiology are well recognized in the academic field.
Fact 11: Founding of Munising, Michigan
The city of Munising in Michigan was officially founded on November 7, 1896. "Munising" is derived from the Ojibwe word 'minisiing,' meaning “at the island”.
Fact 12: A Historic Volcanic Eruption
One of the largest volcanic eruptions in recorded history occurred on November 7, 1815. The eruption of the Tambora volcano in Indonesia expelled huge amounts of volcanic dust into the atmosphere, affecting global temperatures and causing the “Year Without a Summer”.
Fact 13: The Release of Microsoft Office
November 7, 1990, marks the release of Microsoft Office for Windows. This set the groundwork for the advanced suite of productivity software we use today.
Fact 14: Birth of the Star Trek Star
November 7, 1952, introduced the world to Star Trek: Voyager's Captain Kathryn Janeway, actress Kate Mulgrew. She made history being the first woman to command a Star Trek starship.
Fact 15: A Thanksgiving Proclamation
On November 7, 1789, President George Washington issued a proclamation declaring the first national Thanksgiving Day. Despite the date, the day wasn't formally fixed and changes every year.
Fact 16: Independence Day for Cambodia
Cambodia proudly celebrates its Independence Day on November 7. Having gained independence from France in 1953, the day is marked with various events throughout the country.
Fact 17: Broadway Premiere of "Hairstyle"
On November 7, 1968, the musical "Hair" opened on Broadway. The musical was a huge success and is recognized today for breaking many theatre norms and cultural barriers.
Fact 18: A Leap in Aviation History
On November 7, 1945, the Gloster Meteor jet broke the air speed record achieving a speed of 606 mph. Flight Lieutenant E.M. Donaldson was awarded the World Speed Record in the Gloster Meteor.
Fact 19: Famous Boxing Match
"Rumble in the Jungle" one of the most famous boxing matches in history took place on November 7, 1974. Muhammad Ali reclaimed his heavy-weight champ title, defeating George Foreman.
Fact 20: The Launch of an Iconic Satellite
On November 7, 1957, the USSR launched the Sputnik 2. This satellite is notable as it carried the first living creature, a dog named Laika, from Earth to space.