Vol. 1910s · No. 1910 · PRICE 25¢
The 1910 Times
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May 1910 | Global Science
Comets, Crowns, and the Dawn of Modern Revolt
In 1910, the skies blazed with the return of Halley's Comet while empires fractured and modern culture took flight. From the boxing ring in Nevada to revolution in Mexico, the old Victorian world gave way to a turbulent new century.
Jack Johnson Retains Title in 'Fight of the Century'
Heavyweight champion Jack Johnson knocked out 'Great White Hope' James J. Jeffries, inciting national celebrations and racial unrest across the United States.
Stravinsky's 'The Firebird' Premieres in Paris
Igor Stravinsky vaulted to international fame when the Ballets Russes performed his dazzling, groundbreaking score at the Palais Garnier.
Also this year
The Mexican Revolution Begins
November 20, 1910 | History | Mexico
Francisco Madero issued the Plan of San Luis Potosí, launching a decade-long armed struggle against dictator Porfirio Díaz that reshaped the nation.
Japan Formally Annexes Korea
August 29, 1910 | East Asia | Politics
The Japan-Korea Annexation Treaty officially initiated thirty-five years of oppressive Japanese colonial rule over the Korean peninsula.
The Funeral of King Edward VII
May 20, 1910 | London, UK | Royalty
Nine European monarchs rode together through London in a magnificent royal gathering that marked the twilight of Europe's old dynastic order.
Death of Literary Giant Leo Tolstoy
November 20, 1910 | Russia | Literature
The legendary author of 'War and Peace' died of pneumonia at a remote train station after fleeing his aristocratic home to live as a simple ascetic.
Wireless Telegraphy Snares Murderer Dr. Crippen
July 31, 1910 | Atlantic Ocean | Crime
A ocean liner captain recognized suspected murderer Hawley Crippen and alerted police via Marconi wireless, leading to the first high-seas telegraph arrest.