On a cold winter night in Edo (modern-day Tokyo), January 30, 1703, forty-seven samurai emerged from the shadows, swords in hand. Their target: Kira Yoshinaka, a powerful court official: 🧵

In the cold winter of 1521, the eyes of Europe turned to the small German city of Worms. Here, a young monk and scholar, Martin Luther, was summoned before the most powerful figures of the Holy Roman Empire.

The occasion? The Diet of Worms: 🧵

In Saint Petersburg, thousands gathered in hope, clutching icons and petitions as they marched through the snow-covered streets toward the Winter Palace. What began as a peaceful plea for better working conditions and dignity would end in bloodshed: 🧵

#OnThisDay December 3, 1994

Sony launched the first PlayStation in Japan, transforming gaming forever. Originally a failed partnership with Nintendo, it became Sony's bold entry into gaming with cutting-edge tech, 3D graphics, and a CD-ROM drive. It sparked an industry revolution.

#OnThisDay December 4, 1875

Notorious New York City politician Boss Tweed escaped from prison. Let's learn more about William Tweed! 🧵

#OnThisDay November 13, 1833

An extraordinary celestial event that awed, frightened, and captivated observers across North America: The Great Meteor Storm of 1833. Let's unpack this historical event!

Nice to be in a calmer environment.

Hello, Bluesky 🌎