American Archaeologist Encounters Machu Picchu Ruins
On July 24, 1911, American archaeologist Hiram Bingham III re-discovered the ruins of Machu Picchu in Peru. Though known to local farmers, these ruins had been largely forgotten by the outside world until Bingham brought them to international attention. Machu Picchu, believed to have been a royal estate or religious retreat for Incan leaders, has […]
Triangle Shirtwaist Fire
The Triangle Shirtwaist Factory fire erupts in New York City, claiming the lives of 146 garment workers, most of whom were young immigrant women. This catastrophic event shed light on the appalling working conditions in factories and spurred significant reforms in labor laws and workplace safety standards.
Roald Amundsen Reaches the South Pole
Norwegian explorer Roald Amundsen led the first successful expedition to the South Pole on December 14th, 1911, beating rival explorer Robert Falcon Scott. This achievement marked a milestone in polar exploration.
The Doom Bar Shipwreck
The clipper ship “Hera” ran aground on the Doom Bar sandbank off the coast of Cornwall, England, on November 19th, 1911. This maritime disaster became a legendary event, and the shipwreck is still visible during low tide.