What Happened This Year 1929

Historical Events from This Year 1929

Politics & Government

Amalgamation of Vancouver's Municipalities

January 1st, 1929 96 years ago

The former municipalities of Point Grey and South Vancouver merged into the City of Vancouver. This significant change aimed to streamline governance and enhance urban planning for the growing population of the region. The amalgamation was part of a broader trend to consolidate smaller municipalities in British Columbia. Vancouver's expansion fostered unity and improved service delivery in a rapidly developing urban landscape.

Continue Reading
Social Movements & Civil Rights

Mother Teresa's Arrival in Calcutta, India

January 6th, 1929 96 years ago

Mother Teresa, an Albanian-Indian nun, arrived by sea in Calcutta to begin her mission of helping the poorest and sickest individuals. She would soon dedicate her life to serving the most vulnerable members of society, focusing on the marginalized and destitute who lived on the streets of the city. With a deep commitment to her faith and humanitarian values, she took her first steps toward establishing her mission in a place where suffering was prevalent.

Continue Reading
Politics & Government

King Alexander's Suspension of the Constitution

January 6th, 1929 96 years ago

King Alexander I of the Serbs, Croats and Slovenes suspended the constitution, establishing a dictatorial regime known as the January 6th Dictatorship. This drastic measure aimed to address political instability and ethnic tensions within the kingdom. Following a series of political crises and threats to the monarchy, Alexander sought a strong centralized authority to combat extremism and promote national unity. The suspension led to significant changes in governance and public life across the kingdom, particularly impacting political parties and civil liberties.

Continue Reading
Politics & Government

Assassination of Bazin by Việt Nam Quốc Dân Đảng

February 9th, 1929 96 years ago

Members of the Việt Nam Quốc Dân Đảng assassinated the labor recruiter Bazin in Saigon, prompting repressive measures by colonial authorities against nationalist movements in Vietnam. This act was fueled by anti-colonial sentiments and resentment towards French exploitation.

Continue Reading
Politics & Government

Italy and Vatican Sign the Lateran Treaty

February 11th, 1929 96 years ago

The Lateran Treaty was signed between Italy and the Vatican, establishing the Vatican City as an independent sovereign state. This agreement resolved long-standing disputes following the unification of Italy. Italian Prime Minister Benito Mussolini represented the Italian government, while Cardinal Eugenio Pacelli, who later became Pope Pius XII, represented the Vatican. The treaty officially recognized the Vatican's independence and regulated relations between the Italian state and the Holy See.

Continue Reading
Military & Warfare

Warlord Zhang Zongchang's Defeat at Zhifu

February 21st, 1929 96 years ago

A 24,000-strong rebel force led by Zhang Zongchang was decisively defeated by 7,000 troops of the National Revolutionary Army at Zhifu, in northeastern Shandong. The skirmish marked a significant military engagement during the early phases of the Warlord Rebellion in China, showcasing the Nationalist government's attempts to consolidate control over regional warlords. The confrontation not only revealed the tactical capabilities of the National Revolutionary Army but also set the foundation for further conflict between various factions in northeastern China.

Continue Reading
Politics & Government

Establishment of Grand Teton National Park

February 26th, 1929 96 years ago

President Calvin Coolidge signed legislation to create Grand Teton National Park, encompassing 96,000 acres in Wyoming. This significant action aimed to preserve the stunning natural landscapes and unique ecosystems of the Grand Teton mountain range for future generations. The establishment of the park came as a response to the growing conservation movement in the United States, which sought to protect the country's natural beauty and resources from industrial expansion and development.

Continue Reading
Politics & Government

Huey P. Long Impeached by Louisiana House

April 6th, 1929 95 years ago

The Louisiana House of Representatives impeached Governor Huey P. Long in a surprising political showdown. The session came after growing discontent among lawmakers regarding Long's authoritarian style, rampant corruption allegations, and confrontational governance. Despite significant public support, the legislative body voted to impeach him, highlighting the contentious nature of Louisiana politics at the time. This event marked a pivotal moment in Long's political career and offered insight into the tensions surrounding his leadership.

Continue Reading
Social Movements & Civil Rights

Bhagat Singh and Dutt Bomb Delhi Assembly

April 8th, 1929 95 years ago

Bhagat Singh and Batukeshwar Dutt entered the Delhi Central Assembly where they threw handouts and bombs, aiming to make a statement against British colonial rule in India. They intended to court arrest and drew attention to their revolutionary cause, advocating for immediate independence from British governance. Their actions led to their arrest and a heightened sense of urgency in the Indian independence movement.

Continue Reading