Historical Events tagged with "Cavendish"

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Politics & Government

Spencer Compton Cavendish Appointed War Secretary

February 16th, 1866 159 years ago

Spencer Compton Cavendish, Marquess of Hartington, was appointed British Secretary of State for War under Prime Minister William Ewart Gladstone. His role involved overseeing military affairs as Britain navigated numerous international conflicts, making this a crucial appointment for the government. Hartington brought his previous experience in politics and administration to the position, aiming to address the needs of the British military during a period of global scrutiny and change.

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Health & Medicine

Phineas Gage's Iron Rod Brain Injury

September 13th, 1848 176 years ago

Phineas Gage, a railroad construction foreman, experienced a profound change in personality after an iron rod accidentally pierced through his skull and brain. The incident occurred while he was working in Vermont, where the rod, measuring 1+1⁄4 inches in diameter, accidentally discharged due to a miscalculation during a blasting operation. Remarkably, Gage survived and displayed drastic changes in behavior, which sparked discussions around the brain's functions and the relationship between physiology and personality.

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