On this day in Europe - 23 October
23 October 2026
On this day in 1642, the Battle of Edgehill is fought, the first major battle in the English Civil War.
On this day in 1956, Hungarians protest against the government and Soviet occupation, starting the Hungarian Revolution of 1956.
On this day in 1906, Alberto Santos-Dumont flies 60 metres in an aeroplane in the first heavier-than-air flight in Europe.
On this day in 1958, the Smurfs make their debut in Spirou magazine.
On this day in 1956, Hungarians protest against the government and Soviet occupation, starting the Hungarian Revolution of 1956.
On this day in 1906, Alberto Santos-Dumont flies 60 metres in an aeroplane in the first heavier-than-air flight in Europe.
On this day in 1958, the Smurfs make their debut in Spirou magazine.