5 SEPTEMBER WORLD EVENTS

World-Historical Events of 5th September : Past & Present

International Day Of Charity: 5th September

Mother Teresa was a nun and missionary who dedicated her life to helping millions of people around the world, including the poor, sick, dying, orphaned, and homeless. Also inspired countless others to get involved in charitable work. She founded the Missionaries of Charity in Calcutta (now Kolkotta) in 1950, and her work has been recognized worldwide and was awarded with Nobel Peace Prize in 1979. Her death on 5th September 1997 marked the beginning of the International Day of Charity as the United Nations recognizes the importance of charity in alleviating humanitarian crises and human suffering which fulfil the goal of sustainable development and so designated the 5th of September as the International Day of Charity to honour her legacy. It sensitizes and mobilizes people, NGOs, and stakeholders worldwide to help the poor and the destitute through volunteer and philanthropic activities.

Mother Tressa's Death Anniversary: A Life of Charity and Compassion

Mother Mary Teresa Bojaxhiu well known as Mother Tressa, passed away on 5th September 1997. On this day every year, people all over the world remember her selfless service. Today, 5 September 2023 we observe her 26th death anniversary. She was one of the most admired humanitarians in history, a revered nun known for spending her life for selfless caring for the sick and poor. She was born Agnes Gonxha Bojaxhiu in Skopje, Macedonia, on August 26, 1910. She dedicated her life to helping the poor and sick and founded the Missionaries of Charity in Calcutta (now Kolkotta) in 1950, a religious congregation that now has more than 4,500 nuns working in over 130 countries. She was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 1979 for her work undertaken in the struggle to overcome poverty and distress. The Indian government honoured Mother Teresa with a state funeral in recognition of her exceptional service to the poor, regardless of their religious affiliations. The United Nations designated September 5th as the International Day of Charity in her honour.

Pavoloch Massacre: A Dark Chapter in Ukrainian History

The Pavoloch massacre was a mass murder of civilians in the Ukrainian village of Pavoloch during World War II. The massacre was carried out by the German SS in retaliation for an attack by Soviet partisans. An estimated 1,500 people were killed, including women, children, and the elderly. The victims were either shot or burned alive in their homes. The massacre is a reminder of the brutality of the Holocaust and the suffering of the civilian population.

Battle of Turda: Romanian & Soviet Defeat Hungarian & German in Transylvania

The Battle of Turda was a major battle that took place from 5 September to 8 October 1944, in the area around Turda, Romania, as part of the wider Battle of Romania. The battle was fought between Romanian and Soviet forces on one side, and Hungarian and German forces on the other. It was a significant victory for the Romanian and Soviet forces, as it helped to secure their control of Transylvania and opened the way for the liberation of Romania from German occupation. The battle was also a costly one, with an estimated 10,000 people killed.

First Minsk Agreement: 12-Point Plan for Peace in Eastern Ukraine

The First Minsk Agreement was a significant attempt to end the conflict in eastern Ukraine. It was signed on September 5, 2014, in Minsk, Belarus, by representatives of Ukraine, Russia, the Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE), and the leaders of the self-proclaimed Donetsk People's Republic (DPR) and Luhansk People's Republic (LPR). The agreement included 12 points, which addressed the following key issues: Ceasefire, Withdrawal of heavy weapons, Prisoner exchanges, Delivery of humanitarian aid, Political dialogue, Organization of local elections, Determining the interim status of the DPR and LPR. However, the agreement was not fully implemented, and the conflict in eastern Ukraine continued. A revised version of the agreement, known as the Minsk II Agreement, was signed in February 2015. But, this agreement has also not been fully implemented. A Failed Attempt to End the Conflict in Eastern Ukraine. It remains an important document towards a lasting peace in Eastern Ukraine.

Teachers' Day 2023: A Celebration of Hard Work and Dedication of Teachers

Teachers' Day (Shikshak Diwas) is celebrated annually on 5th September in India to commemorate the birth anniversary of Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan, the first Vice President and the second President of India. He was born on 5th September 1888 in the erstwhile Madras Presidency (now Tamil Nadu) and was also a scholar, philosopher, teacher and Bharat Ratna awardee. The first Teachers' Day was celebrated on September 5, 1962, on his 77th birthday. Teachers' Day is a day to celebrate the contributions of teachers to society and to show our appreciation for their hard work and dedication. In India schools celebrates Teachers' Day by holding cultural events, honouring teachers with gifts and speeches, and organizing role-reversal activities that is students from higher classes take the classes of junior classes. This role reversal helps them to understand the role and responsibility of their teacher. This is a day for students to express their gratitude to their teachers for all that they have done. In our Hindu culture, we also celebrate Teacher Day in the form of Guru Purnima since ancient times. Teachers play a vital role in shaping the lives of young people. They are the ones who teach us the skills and knowledge we need to succeed in life. They are also the ones who inspire us to be the best versions of ourselves. Not only academic point of view, but they also teach us the importance of discipline in one's life, developing good habits and the principles of honesty and morality which overall play a significant role in the upbringing of one's life.

Sperre Aktion: The Mass Deportation of Jews from the Lodz Ghetto

The Sperre Aktion was a mass deportation of Jews from the Lodz Ghetto that began on September 5, 1942. Over 15,000 children, elderly, and ill Jews were rounded up and taken away in a single week. This Aktion profoundly shocked the Jews of the ghetto, who had previously been led to believe that the deportees were being sent to labour camps. The brutality of the Aktion made it clear to many that deportation meant death. The Sperre Aktion was a turning point in the history of the Lodz Ghetto. It was a major step in the Nazi plan to exterminate the Jews of Europe, and it is estimated that over 90% of the Jews who were deported from the Lodz Ghetto perished in the Holocaust.

Sperre Aktion: The Mass Deportation of Jews from the Lodz Ghetto: Sending Back Data from Interstellar Space

On September 5, 1977, NASA launched the Voyager 1 probe from Florida. Voyager 1 is a space probe that is still in operation today and is the farthest human-made object from Earth. It has travelled over 14 billion miles and is now in interstellar space. It has sent back a wealth of data about the planets and other objects in our solar system, and it is expected to continue sending back data for many years to come.

The Benelux Union Formed In 1944:

The union was established towards the end of the Second World War in September 1944 at the London Customs Convention. The leaders of the three countries met in London and discussed their post-war economic strategy. Although the agreement for the union was signed on 5 September 1944, it did not take effect until 1948 when the countries’ economies stabilized from the consequences of war. It was initially referred to as the Benelux Customs Union. The member states agreed on lowering customs duties and import duties, eliminating import quotas, and easing other trade restrictions among the union members.

The Munich Massacre: A Dark Day in Olympic History

On September 5, 1972, a group of Palestinian militants from the Black September terrorist group stormed the apartment of Israeli athletes at the Olympic Village in Munich, Germany. They killed two athletes and took nine others hostage, demanding the release of 230 Arab prisoners being held in Israel. An attempt to free the hostages ended with the death of all nine hostages and five militants. A day of mourning was declared and all the Olympic events were suspended and paid tribute to the members of the Israeli delegation who lost their lives. The Munich Massacre was a dark day in Olympic history. It was a reminder of the dangers of terrorism and the importance of security at major sporting events. The massacre also had a profound impact on the Israeli people and the Jewish community around the world.

Jack Kerouac's On the Road: Beat Generation movement

On 5 September 1957, Jack Kerouac's novel On the Road was first published. The semi-autobiographical novel tells the story of Sal Paradise, a young man who travels across the United States in the 1950s. The novel is considered to be one of the most important works of American literature of the 20th century and is credited with helping to launch the Beat Generation movement. It is a powerful and moving story about the search for meaning and purpose of life, the quest for freedom and self-discovery. The Beat Generation was a group of writers and artists who rejected the conventions of mainstream society. They were influenced by jazz, poetry, and Eastern philosophy, and they often wrote about their experiences of poverty, alienation, and drug use.

The top headlines of 5th September 2023: 

Judge hearing bail pleas of Imran, Qureshi goes on leave

Sunak defends actions over school closures
Gabon’s military leader sworn in as head of state
Africa Climate Summit opens
Russia has likely proposed N Korea to join drills with China
Ukraine’s defence minister resigns
Drone attack on Myanmar police compound kills five people