Historical Events tagged with "violence"
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Assassination Attempt on Spanish Royal Couple
King Alfonso XIII of Spain and Queen Victoria Eugenie faced an assassination attempt during their wedding ceremony in Madrid. As the royal couple traveled in a carriage, a bomb was thrown by an anarchist group aiming to kill them. The attack resulted in the deaths of 24 people, with many more injured, while the couple emerged unscathed. The incident highlighted tensions in Spain regarding the monarchy and increasing violence from radical groups.
Continue ReadingClashes Erupt Over Greek Gospel Translation
In Athens, violent clashes broke out following the translation of the Gospels into demotic Greek, sparking outrage among traditionalists. The translation was seen as a threat to the authority of the Church and the preservation of the Greek language. Protesters, supported by clerics, rallied against this perceived betrayal, leading to riots and armed confrontations in the streets. The government struggled to maintain order as tensions escalated.
Continue ReadingAssassination Attempt on German Emperor Wilhelm II
An anarchist attempted to assassinate German Emperor Wilhelm II while he was traveling in a procession in Bremen, Germany. The assassin, known as Émile Henry, threw a bomb that missed the emperor but caused casualties among nearby officials and civilians. The incident heightened tensions regarding political violence in Europe and demonstrated the growing threat of anarchist movements during this period.
Continue ReadingExecution of 45 Christian Missionaries in Shanxi
The Governor of Shanxi province ordered the execution of 45 foreign Christian missionaries and local church members, including children. This act was motivated by the anti-foreign and anti-Christian sentiments prevalent during the Boxer Rebellion, which swept through China at the time. The executions highlighted the intensifying violence against foreign nationals and Chinese Christians amidst growing nationalist fervor.
Continue ReadingKarl Emil Malmelin Axes Down Seven Victims
Karl Emil Malmelin, a Finnish farmworker, committed an assault at the Simola croft in Klaukkala, resulting in the deaths of seven individuals using an axe. The attack shocked the small community and raised questions about the motives behind such a violent act. Investigations revealed complex social tensions affecting Malmelin's life, contributing to his severe actions.
Continue ReadingTurkish mob violence against civilians and British
A violent uprising in Crete resulted in the deaths of 700 Greek civilians, 17 British guards, and the British Consul, as a Turkish mob attacked amidst political turmoil. This incident underscored the escalating tensions within the region, fueled by nationalist movements and the decline of Ottoman control. The violence shocked the international community and raised questions about the future governance of Crete.
Continue ReadingSheriff's Posse Kills Striking Immigrant Miners
In Lattimer, Pennsylvania, armed forces shot at a group of unarmed immigrant coal miners striking for better wages and working conditions. The miners, primarily of Eastern European descent, marched peacefully when they were confronted by the sheriff’s posse, which opened fire, resulting in 19 deaths and numerous injuries. The incident exemplified the tensions between labor movements and authorities during the late 19th century.
Continue ReadingMichele Angiolillo Kills Antonio Cánovas
Michele Angiolillo, an Italian anarchist, assassinated Spanish Prime Minister Antonio Cánovas del Castillo in a violent act that reflected the growing tensions between anarchist movements and governmental authorities in late 19th-century Europe. The assassination took place in Guipúzkoa, Spain, where Angiolillo approached Cánovas and shot him multiple times, reportedly to protest against the harsh repression of anarchists in Spain. This act sparked widespread debates about political violence and the role of anarchism in societal change.
Continue ReadingÉmile Henry Bombs Cafe Terminus in Paris
Anarchist Émile Henry detonated a bomb at the Cafe Terminus in Paris, resulting in the death of one individual and injuring twenty others. This act was part of a broader anarchist movement's violent campaign against the government. Henry, motivated by his beliefs against state repression, chose the busy café as a target to maximize attention. Authorities quickly pursued Henry, who was captured shortly thereafter.
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