This Day In History, June 10th.
Five Historical Events That Happened on June 10th.
Alexander the Great died in Babylon in 323 BC, at the age of 32.
The Crusaders finished the murder of York's Jewish community in 1190.
During the Salem witch trials in 1692, the first "witch" was apprehended in Salem, Massachusetts.
The inaugural class of the United States Naval Academy at Annapolis, Maryland, graduated in 1854.
Bill Wilson and Dr. Bob Smith started Alcoholics Anonymous in Akron, Ohio in 1935.
In 323 BC, Alexander the Great passed away in Babylon at the age of 32.
Alexander the Great was one of history's most successful military leaders, conquering most of the known world before dying at the age of 32. On June 10, 323 BC, he died at Babylon, which was part of the Persian Empire at the time. His death is still a source of contention among historians, with some claiming that he died of natural causes, while others claim that he was poisoned or died of an illness. Despite his brief life, Alexander's military exploits had a tremendous influence on ancient global history and culture, and his legacy is still felt today.
In 1190, the Crusaders completed the massacre of the Jewish community in York, England.
A troop of Crusaders led by Richard I, often known as Richard the Lionheart, embarked on a Crusade to the Holy Land, leaving England in a state of power vacuum. In their absence, anti-Semitism spread among some of the locals, and on March 16, 1190, a mob assaulted the Jewish community in York. Many Jews were slaughtered, and those who escaped took sanctuary in the city's castle.
The next day, the surviving Jews, estimated to number roughly 150, sought sanctuary in York's royal castle, where they were welcomed by the castle's constable, who was sympathetic to their predicament.
A troop of Crusaders led by Richard I, often known as Richard the Lionheart, embarked on a Crusade to the Holy Land, leaving England in a state of power vacuum. In their absence, anti-Semitism spread among some of the locals, and on March 16, 1190, a mob assaulted the Jewish community in York. Many Jews were slaughtered, and those who escaped took sanctuary in the city's castle.
The next day, the surviving Jews, estimated to number roughly 150, sought sanctuary in York's royal castle, where they were welcomed by the castle's constable, who was sympathetic to their predicament.
In 1692, the first "witch" was arrested in Salem, Massachusetts during the Salem witch trials.
Three women were accused of witchcraft and jailed in Salem Village (now Danvers), Massachusetts. Sarah Good, Sarah Osborne, and Tituba, an enslaved woman of African and Native American heritage who served in the minister's family in Salem Village, were the accused ladies.
Tituba was the first to admit to being a witch, sparking a surge of allegations and arrests across the region. More than 200 persons were accused of witchcraft over the period of many months, and 20 were killed, 19 by hanging and one by pounding with large stones.
The Salem witch trials are still remembered as one of the most infamous incidents of mass hysteria and injustice in American history, and they serve as a warning about the perils of unbridled fear and prejudice.
In 1854, the first class graduated from the United States Naval Academy in Annapolis, Maryland.
The United States Naval Academy is the United States Navy's undergraduate institution, situated in Annapolis, Maryland. It was founded in 1845, and the first class of 50 midshipmen graduated on June 10, 1854. Since then, numerous noteworthy alumni have gone on to serve in the Navy and Marine Corps, including several high-ranking commanders and government leaders.
The Naval Academy is well-known for its demanding academic program, which includes science, engineering, humanities, and leadership courses. Midshipmen are required to participate in a variety of physical and military training exercises, including sports, sailing, and drilling, in addition to their academic courses. The academy is also noted for putting a significant focus on character development and leadership training, with the objective of developing well-rounded officers capable of serving with distinction in the Navy and Marine Corps.
In 1935, Alcoholics Anonymous was founded in Akron, Ohio by Bill Wilson and Dr. Bob Smith.
Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) is a worldwide organization that assists people in recovering from alcoholism. Bill Wilson and Dr. Bob Smith, two recovered alcoholics who had found success in keeping clean by assisting one another, formed it on June 10, 1935, in Akron, Ohio.
The 12-step program underpins AA, which entails recognizing one's weakness over alcohol, asking help from a higher power, and making apologies for past wrongs. Members are encouraged to attend meetings and to locate a sponsor, someone who can provide direction and support during the recovery process.
AA has developed over the years to become one of the world's largest and most effective mutual assistance groups, with millions of members in over 150 countries. Other 12-step organizations, such as Narcotics Anonymous and Gamblers Anonymous, which employ similar ideas to help people recover from addiction, have been influenced by the organization.