Historical Events tagged with "coffee"
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Launch of the Max Havelaar Fairtrade label
The Max Havelaar Fairtrade label is introduced in the Netherlands, aiming to offer a better deal for farmers from developing countries by ensuring fair prices and ethical trading practices. Named after a character in a novel by Eduard Douwes Dekker, the label represents a significant shift towards ethical consumerism in the global marketplace. It provides a recognizable certification for products, encouraging consumers to make informed purchasing decisions that support social justice for producers.
Continue ReadingFirst Clash: Task Force Smith Engagement
Task Force Smith engaged North Korean forces in Osan, marking the first significant clash of the Korean War. This encounter, occurring just a few weeks after the onset of hostilities on the Korean Peninsula, saw U.S. Army soldiers face a well-prepared North Korean force equipped with tanks and artillery. Despite the intentions of Task Force Smith to slow the advancing North Koreans, they were outmatched and ultimately forced to withdraw.
Continue ReadingFirst Japanese immigrants arrive in Brazil
In 1908, 781 Japanese immigrants disembarked from the ship Kasato-Maru in Santos, Brazil. This marked a significant point in Japanese migration history, spurred by economic hardships in Japan and opportunities in Brazil's coffee plantations. The arrival represented the beginning of a major wave of Japanese immigration to South America, transforming the cultural landscape of Brazil and establishing a lasting Japanese community in the country.
Continue ReadingFoundation of Manizales by The Expedition of the 20
In the early 19th century, a group known as 'The Expedition of the 20' established the city of Manizales, Colombia. This expedition was driven by a quest for new agricultural lands and economic opportunity in the region. The expedition was led by Francisco González and other notable figures who sought to explore the fertile areas nestled in the Andes. Their founding efforts transformed a small settlement area into a significant urban center, paving the way for future development and settlement in the region.
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