Historical Events tagged with "1934"

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Natural Disasters

Devastating 8.0 Mw Nepal-Bihar Earthquake

January 15th, 1934 91 years ago

A massive earthquake with a magnitude of 8.0 Mw struck the regions of Nepal and Bihar, registering a maximum Mercalli intensity of XI (Extreme). The catastrophe led to the loss of an estimated 6,000 to 10,700 lives, along with extensive destruction of infrastructure and homes. The quake was one of the deadliest in the region's history, heavily impacting both agricultural and urban areas. It prompted immediate humanitarian responses and long-term recovery efforts in the affected regions.

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Politics & Government

Nazi Germany Enacts Sterilization Law

January 1st, 1934 91 years ago

A new law aimed at preventing genetically diseased offspring was enacted in Nazi Germany, authorizing the forced sterilization of individuals deemed unfit to reproduce. This legislation reflected the regime's ideology focusing on eugenics and population purity. Healthcare practitioners were given authority to diagnose hereditary diseases, enabling them to carry out the sterilizations without the explicit consent of affected individuals. The enactment aimed at improving the genetic quality of the Aryan population, aligning with the broader racial policies of the Nazi regime.

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