1777: Articles of Confederation Established
On November 29, 1777, the Articles of Confederation, the precursor to the U.S. Constitution, were approved by the Continental Congress. This document served as the framework for the first government of the United States.
The preservation of liberty requires a structure that balances power and ensures the voice of the people guides its leaders.
~ John Dickinson, principal drafter of the Articles
1864: Sand Creek Massacre
On November 29, 1864, one of the darkest events in American history occurred when the Colorado Territory militia attacked a peaceful Cheyenne and Arapaho village at Sand Creek, killing hundreds, mostly women and children.
The worth of a nation is measured by its treatment of the defenseless.
~ Cheyenne tribal leader reflecting on the tragedy
1890: First Army-Navy Football Game
On November 29, 1890, the first Army-Navy football game was played at West Point, with Navy winning 24–0. This historic rivalry became a cherished tradition in U.S. sports.
The spirit of competition mirrors the spirit of service; we give everything we have, both on the field and in our duty.
~ Navy football captain
1898: Birth of C.S. Lewis, Featured Person
On November 29, 1898, C.S. Lewis, the British author of The Chronicles of Narnia and renowned Christian apologist, was born. Lewis’s works continue to inspire readers with their imaginative storytelling and profound philosophical insights.
You can never get a cup of tea large enough or a book long enough to suit me.
~ C.S. Lewis
Lewis often spoke about the simple joys of life, such as reading and reflection.
Integrity is doing the right thing, even when no one is watching.
~ C.S. Lewis
This quote encapsulates Lewis’s moral philosophy, emphasizing personal virtue.
Courage, dear heart.
~ C.S. Lewis (The Voyage of the Dawn Treader)
Lewis believed courage was the foundation for overcoming fear and adversity.
Friendship is born at the moment when one person says to another: ‘What! You too? I thought I was the only one.’
~ C.S. Lewis
Lewis celebrated the deep connections that form between kindred spirits.
There are far, far better things ahead than any we leave behind.
~ C.S. Lewis
This quote reflects Lewis’s enduring optimism and faith in the future.
Unusual Facts:
- Lewis fought in World War I and was wounded in battle, experiences that influenced his later writings.
- He was an atheist before converting to Christianity in his 30s, becoming one of its most articulate defenders.
- Lewis and J.R.R. Tolkien were close friends and members of the literary group The Inklings.
- He wrote The Chronicles of Narnia for children but infused them with deep theological themes.
- Lewis died on the same day as John F. Kennedy, November 22, 1963.
1945: The Creation of the International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People
On November 29, 1945, the United Nations established the International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People, acknowledging the importance of addressing the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
Peace is not merely the absence of conflict but the presence of justice and understanding.
~ UN representative
1947: United Nations Approves Partition Plan for Palestine
On November 29, 1947, the United Nations General Assembly voted to partition Palestine into separate Jewish and Arab states. This decision led to the creation of Israel and subsequent conflict in the region.
A homeland is the soul of a people; without it, we are lost in the winds of history.
~ David Ben-Gurion
1963: U.S. President Lyndon B. Johnson Establishes the Warren Commission
On November 29, 1963, President Lyndon B. Johnson established the Warren Commission to investigate the assassination of John F. Kennedy. The commission’s findings remain a subject of debate.
Truth, though elusive, must be pursued without fear or favor.
~ Lyndon B. Johnson
1975: Bill Gates Uses the Term “Micro-soft” for the First Time
On November 29, 1975, Bill Gates used the name “Micro-soft” in a letter to Paul Allen, coining the term for their fledgling software company. This marked the beginning of one of the world’s most influential tech companies.
Success is a lousy teacher. It seduces smart people into thinking they can’t lose.
~ Bill Gates
1986: Iran-Contra Affair Exposed
On November 29, 1986, the Iran-Contra Affair, a political scandal involving covert arms sales to Iran and funding for Nicaraguan rebels, was publicly revealed. This event shook the Reagan administration.
Accountability is not an option for leaders; it is a necessity that ensures the public trust.
~ U.S. political analyst
2013: First Women Elected to Saudi Arabia’s Municipal Councils
On November 29, 2013, Saudi Arabia saw the election of its first female municipal councilors, a step forward for women’s rights in the kingdom.
The voice of women is the sound of progress; when it rises, society rises with it.
~ Saudi rights advocate
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