Historical Events tagged with "uri"
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.
Uri Attack by Jaish-e-Mohammed
On September 18, 2016, a coordinated assault occurred in Uri, Jammu and Kashmir, led by the terrorist organization Jaish-e-Mohammed. Armed with automatic weapons and grenades, four attackers infiltrated the Indian Army’s brigade headquarters, resulting in the deaths of nineteen soldiers. The military personnel were engaged in morning preparations when the attack was launched. In the ensuing encounter, all four attackers were killed by the security forces. This incident further exacerbated existing tensions between India and Pakistan.
Continue ReadingFormation of the Old Swiss Confederacy
The Federal Charter was signed, solidifying the alliance among three cantons: Uri, Schwyz, and Nidwalden. This agreement aimed to provide mutual defense against external threats, particularly from the Habsburgs. The signing took place at the Rütli meadow near Lake Lucerne, where representatives from the three cantons pledged to stand together in their fight for autonomy and security. This foundational moment initiated a cooperative governance model that would shape Swiss identity for centuries.
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