November 28th is also known as Red Planet Day and French Toast Day.
Welcome to day 332 of the year folks, there are 33 days left of the year.
If today is an important day for you, you should know that it’s also been an important day throughout history too. Here you’ll learn about the historic events that happened on this day.
Did you know that on this day in 1893, women voted in a general election for the first time in New Zealand? This made New Zealand the first country to allow women to vote in parliamentary elections.
Keep reading for more interesting facts about November 28th in history!
What Events Happened On November 28 In History?
1990 Prime Minister of Britain, Margaret Thatcher, handed in her resignation to the Queen and stepped down after being prime minister for 11 years.
1975 East Timor declared its independence from Portugal.
1964 NASA launched the Mariner 4 space probe on a mission to Mars.
1958 The US SM-65 Atlas missile completed the first successful intercontinental ballistic missile launch.
1929 Explorer Richard E. Byrd became the first person to fly over the South Pole.
1920 Irish Republican Army (IRA) ambushed British soldiers near Kilmichael in County Cork.
1919 Lady Nancy Astor became the first woman to become a member of the British House of Commons.
1908 The Marianna Coal Mine in Pennsylvania exploded and killed 154 men.
1895 The Chicago Times-Herald sponsored the United States’ first-ever car race, with the winning car going an average of 7 miles per hour.
1893 Women voted in a general election for the first time in New Zealand.
1843 England and France formally recognized Hawaii’s independence.
1814 The Times of London was first issued.
1720 The female pirates Anne Bonny and Mary Read were found guilty of piracy.
1520 Navigator Ferdinand Magellan began his exploration of the Pacific Ocean.
Famous Quotes Said On November 28
Every day brings a new quote – here are the most well-known quotes spoken or written on Nov 28th in history.
1762
“Whatever you do, crush the infamous thing, and love those who love you.”
– Voltaire
Famous People Born On November 28
Are you celebrating your birthday today? If so, did you know that you share the same birthday as Ryan Kwanten? See what other famous people were born on this day.
1987 Karen Gillan
Scottish Actress
- Age:
- 34 years old
- Born In:
- Scotland, UK
1984 Mary Elizabeth Winstead
American Actress
- Age:
- 37 years old
- Born In:
- North Carolina, USA
1982 Alan Ritchson
American Actor
- Age:
- 39 years old
- Born In:
- North Dakota, USA
1976 Ryan Kwanten
Australian Actor
- Age:
- 45 years old
- Born In:
- New South Wales, Australia
Special Holidays On November 28
If you’ve got a few minutes spare today, why not celebrate these special holidays.
Red Planet Day
The Mariner 4 Spacecraft launched on this day in 1964 and, after an eight-month-long journey, became the first spacecraft to fly by Mars and capture photos. Red Planet Day celebrates both this historical moment and Mars itself, so read up on some Mars facts and try to spot it tonight!
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National French Toast Day
It doesn’t matter whether you like it sweet or savory, or if you call it eggy bread instead; today is National French Toast Day, which means you should eat some today! So celebrate today by heading down to your favorite brunch spot or make it at home exactly the way you like it.
November 28 Birthday Facts, Zodiac & Birthstone
Everyone who was born on November 28th shares the same star sign, Sagittarius.
Due to their spontaneous streak, Sagittarians can be challenging to make longer-term plans with.
People born during November have the Topaz birthstone. Topaz symbolizes rejuvenation and strength while also providing loyalty, faithfulness, and everlasting friendships.
Anyone born on November 28 would likely have been conceived around March 7 in the same year.
