04 April - Commemorative postage stamp issued on Peter Paul Rubens in 1978

 

 A commemorative postage stamp issued on (04 April 1978) 400th.Birth anniversary of Peter Paul Rubens  was a Flemish artist and diplomat from the Duchy of Brabant in the Southern Netherlands . He is considered the most influential artist of the Flemish Baroque tradition. Rubens's highly charged compositions reference erudite aspects of classical and Christian history. His unique and immensely popular Baroque style emphasized movement, colour, and sensuality, which followed the immediate, dramatic artistic style promoted in the Counter-Reformation. Rubens was a painter producing altarpieces, portraits, landscapes, and history paintings of mythological and allegorical subjects.

04 April - Zulfikar Ali Bhutto is executed.

 

Zulfikar Ali Bhutto, the former Prime Minister of Pakistan, was executed on 04 April 1979. Bhutto, who founded the Pakistan People's Party (PPP), served as the Prime Minister of Pakistan from 1973 to 1977.

In July 1977, Bhutto's government was overthrown in a military coup led by General Muhammad Zia-ul-Haq, who imposed martial law and declared himself the Chief Martial Law Administrator. Bhutto was subsequently arrested and charged with authorizing the murder of a political opponent. Despite international appeals for clemency and widespread protests both within Pakistan and abroad, Bhutto was convicted and sentenced to death.

On 04 April 1979, Zulfikar Ali Bhutto was executed by hanging at Central Jail Rawalpindi. His execution sparked controversy and condemnation from around the world, with many critics alleging that the trial and verdict were politically motivated and unjust.

Bhutto's execution marked a significant turning point in Pakistan's political history and had far-reaching consequences for the country's future trajectory. His daughter, Benazir Bhutto, would later rise to prominence as a political leader in Pakistan, eventually becoming Prime Minister herself. The legacy of Zulfikar Ali Bhutto continues to be debated in Pakistan and remains a contentious issue in the country's political landscape.

 

04 April - The World Trade Center in New York is officially dedicated

 

The World Trade Center in New York City was officially dedicated on 04 April 1973. The World Trade Center complex consisted of seven buildings, including the iconic Twin Towers: One World Trade Center (North Tower) and Two World Trade Center (South Tower). Designed by architect Minoru Yamasaki, the Twin Towers stood as symbols of economic power and architectural innovation.

The dedication ceremony marked the completion of the construction of the Twin Towers and the official opening of the entire World Trade Center complex. The towers quickly became prominent landmarks in the New York City skyline and served as bustling hubs of commerce, hosting numerous businesses, offices, and public spaces.

Tragically, the World Trade Center would later become the target of a terrorist attack on 11 September 2001, when hijacked airplanes crashed into the Twin Towers, causing their collapse and resulting in the loss of thousands of lives. The attacks on 11 September 2001, changed the course of history and left an indelible mark on the world.

 

04 April - Los Angeles, California is incorporated as a city in 1850

 

Los Angeles, California, was officially incorporated as a city on  04 April 1850. This marked an important milestone in the history of the city, as it became an officially recognized municipality with its own local government.

Before its incorporation, Los Angeles had experienced rapid growth and development, particularly during the California Gold Rush of the late 1840s. The city's incorporation solidified its status as a major urban center in the American West.

Today, Los Angeles is the second-largest city in the United States by population and is known for its diverse population, vibrant culture, and significant contributions to entertainment, technology, and other industries. The anniversary of its incorporation on April 4th is celebrated annually as an important date in the city's history.

 

04 April - International Mine Awareness And Assistance In Mining Work Day

 

International Mine Awareness Day, also known as International Day for Mine Awareness and Assistance in Mine Action, is observed annually on April 4th. This day aims to raise awareness about the dangers posed by landmines and explosive remnants of war (ERW) and to promote efforts to address these threats.

Landmines and ERW are explosive devices left behind in conflict-affected areas, posing a significant risk to civilians long after conflicts have ended. They cause death, injury, and displacement, hinder socioeconomic development, and impede the delivery of humanitarian assistance.

International Mine Awareness Day serves as a reminder of the urgent need to clear mined areas, assist victims, and prevent further casualties. It also highlights the importance of mine risk education, which teaches people how to recognize and avoid the dangers of landmines and ERW.

On this day, various organizations, governments, and communities around the world organize events and activities to raise awareness about the impact of landmines and ERW and to promote mine action initiatives. These activities may include educational workshops, mine clearance operations, victim assistance programs, advocacy campaigns, and fundraising events.

By commemorating International Mine Awareness Day, the international community reaffirms its commitment to eliminating the threat of landmines and ERW, protecting civilians, and building safer and more resilient communities in conflict-affected areas.

 

04 April - Senegal achieved independence

 

Senegal achieved independence from French colonial rule on 04 April 1960. This significant event marked the end of colonial administration and the beginning of self-governance for the people of Senegal. After independence, Senegal became a sovereign nation, with Leopold Sedar Senghor as its first President. April 4th is celebrated annually in Senegal as Independence Day, commemorating the country's liberation from colonialism.

04 April - Georges Cuvier gave first public lecture on fossilized life forms

 

On April 4, 1796, French zoologist Georges Cuvier gave the first public lecture on fossilized life forms at the opening of the National Institute. His paper was the first to theorize that African and Indian elephants were different species and that based on his studies of fossils there was once another species that must have become extinct. This talk led to the formation of a certain field that gets its name from three words in Greek, meaning 'old,ancient ', 'being,creature ' and 'speech,thought,study'. The field is named as PALEONTOLOGY that captures almost every child's fancy.
Sharing the postage stamp of the famous French zoologist, also called as " founding fathers of Paleontology ".

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04 April - National Vitamin C Day

 

National Vitamin C Day has been created so that we can appreciate and learn all about the different ways that vitamin C can benefit our health. National Vitamin C Day is on April 4 each year.Vitamin C is also referred to as ascorbate and ascorbic acid. It is found in a number of different foods, as well as being sold as a dietary supplement. It is an essential nutrient in terms of producing a number of neurotransmitters and repairing tissues. It was discovered back in 1912. Sixteen years later, it was isolated. Then, in 1933, it became the first vitamin to be produced chemically.

There are plenty of natural ways to add some more vitamin C to your diet. You don’t need to opt for vitamin C supplements, although many people do. Some of the fruits that have the highest sources of vitamin C include cantaloupe melon, citrus juices and fruits, kiwi fruit, pineapple, papaya, mango, and the various berries, such as cranberries, blueberries, raspberries, and strawberries. There are a number of vegetables that are rich in vitamin C as well, including cauliflower and broccoli. 

04 April - The Battle of Kohima started in 1944

 

The Battle of Kohima, a turning point in the Second World War that halted Japan’s advance into Asia, started on 4 April 1944. Sometimes called the “Stalingrad of the East”, it ended on 22 June 1944 with the defeat and retreat of Japanese forces. The twin victories of British and Indian forces in Imphal-Kohima over the Japanese in Northeast India were voted in 2013 as “Britain’s Greatest Battle”.

04 April - Peace Sign Came Into Existence in 1958

 

A number of peace symbols have been used many ways in various cultures and contexts. The dove and olive branch was used symbolically by early Christians and then eventually became a secular peace symbol, popularized by a Dove lithograph by Pablo Picasso after World War II. In the 1950s the "peace sign", as it is known today (also known as "peace and love"), was designed by Gerald Holtom as the logo for the British Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament (CND),a group at the forefront of the peace movement in the UK, and adopted by anti-war and counterculture activists in the US and elsewhere. The symbol is a superposition of the semaphore signals for the letters "N" and "D", taken to stand for "nuclear disarmament",while simultaneously acting as a reference to Goya's The Third of May 1808 (1814) (aka "Peasant Before the Firing Squad").

The V hand signal and the peace flag also became international peace symbols