Anniversaries in Argentina: what happened on a day like today, January 7

Anniversaries in Argentina: what happened on a day like today, January 7

On a day like today, many relevant events occurred that left an indelible mark on Argentine and world history.

Argentine Press

He January 7 A large number of events are commemorated that changed the course and history of our country and the world. Such as the birth of recognized figures, the death of others and different events that influenced politics, art, science or society.

Below, the most relevant moments in history that occurred on a day like today.

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In 1956 Nikola Tesla died.

In 1956 Nikola Tesla died.

Today’s anniversaries, January 7

  • 1919: Begins Tragic Week in Argentina. In the San Cristóbal neighborhood, the workers of the Vanesa workshops are repressed by the police, after being on strike for more than a month for better wages. Until January 14, there are protests, clashes with police forces and President Hipólito Yrigoyen militarizes the city. It ends with hundreds of deaths.
  • 1938: Birth of Aida BortnikArgentine author, journalist and screenwriter. He wrote the scripts for two Oscar-nominated films: “The Truce” and “The Official Story.” He became the first person from Latin America to be a member of the Hollywood Academy.
  • 1952: Birth of Valeria LynchArgentine singer and actress.
  • 1956: Died Nikola TeslaSerbian nationalized American inventor, physicist and mechanic. He developed the bases for alternating current.
  • 1964: Birth of Christian Louboutin, French fashion designer.
  • 1990: Birth of Fernando Dente, Argentine actor, singer, dancer, conductor and theater director.
  • 2004: Created ESPN sports.
  • International Postage Stamp Day.
  • Collector’s Day in Argentina.
  • Sympathy Day in Argentina.

Source: Ambito

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