November 29
What happened on November 29 in history
5 events fall on November 29, from 1729 to 1972. Read them below, then try to place a historical scene yourself — guess where in the world it happened and in what year.
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Events on November 29
1729
The Natchez revolt
The Natchez attack the French settlement in Mississippi.
1877
Edison demonstrates the phonograph
He plays back a recording of his own voice.
1929
Byrd flies over the South Pole
The first flight over the pole is made from a base on the Ross Ice Shelf.
1947
The UN votes to partition Palestine
The General Assembly approves a plan for two states.
1972
Pong is released
Atari's arcade game launches the video game industry.