1827 AD – 1975 ADRapid technological milestones, intense physical confrontations, and profound acts of civil courage define nearly a century and a half of dramatic history and bold human ambition.
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Round 1 · 1964 AD
CasualThe First Shinkansen Departs
Japan inaugurated the Tokaido Shinkansen nine days before the Tokyo Olympics opened. Its distinctive bullet trains connected Tokyo and Osaka, establishing the world's first purpose-built high-speed railway and transforming intercity travel.
Round 2 · 1926 AD
NoviceAlan Cobham Lands Beside Parliament
Alan Cobham completed his England–Australia–England survey flight by landing a floatplane on the Thames beside Parliament. Enormous crowds welcomed a journey intended to demonstrate the possibilities of long-distance imperial air routes.
Round 3 · 1975 AD
CasualThe Thrilla in Manila Ends
Muhammad Ali retained his heavyweight title when Joe Frazier's corner stopped their third fight after fourteen rounds. Despite its famous billing, the bout took place in Quezon City, not the City of Manila.
Round 4 · 1962 AD
CasualJames Meredith Enters Ole Miss
James Meredith became the University of Mississippi's first Black student after federal intervention overcame state resistance. His first day followed a deadly campus riot, and armed protection accompanied his entry into university life.
Round 5 · 1827 AD
TrickyRussian Troops Capture Erivan Fortress
Russian forces captured Erivan's Persian-held fortress during the Russo-Persian War. The victory helped force the Treaty of Turkmenchay, which transferred the Erivan and Nakhchivan khanates from Qajar Iran to the Russian Empire.
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