Historical Events tagged with "miner"
Turns out history loves a label—battles, breakthroughs, and the occasional disaster, all neatly tagged for your browsing pleasure. Because sometimes you just need every weird invention in one place.
Formation of Oracle Corporation by Founders
Larry Ellison, Bob Miner, and Ed Oates established Software Development Laboratories (SDL) in Redwood Shores, California. The company was founded to develop software for managing and querying data, laying the groundwork for what would become Oracle Corporation. The trio's vision was to create a robust database system that could meet the demands of businesses seeking efficient data management solutions.
Continue ReadingDiscovery of the Cullinan Diamond
The Cullinan Diamond, weighing 3,106.75 carats, was discovered at the Premier Mine near Pretoria, South Africa. Found by miner Frederick Wells, the diamond stands as the largest gem-quality diamond ever unearthed. Upon its discovery, it was noted for its incredible clarity and size, captivating both the local community and the world. The enormous stone was later presented to King Edward VII of Great Britain, sparking a wave of interest and exploration into diamond mining.
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