April 24

    What happened on April 24 in history

    3 events fall on April 24, from 1184 to 1990. Read them below, then try to place a historical scene yourself — guess where in the world it happened and in what year.

    Events on April 24

    1. 1184

      The traditional fall of Troy

      The date calculated by ancient chronographers for the sack of the city.

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    2. 1916

      The Easter Rising begins

      Volunteers seize the General Post Office and proclaim an Irish republic.

      Read about Storming of the Winter Palace, October RevolutionPlay the 20th century round

    3. 1990

      The Hubble Space Telescope is launched

      Discovery carries the telescope to orbit, flawed mirror and all.

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    Guess where and when

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