On the first day of April, the events that transpired.
In this brief exploration of history, we delve into some of the most notable events that occurred between 1930 and 2025. From the resumption of domestic air traffic to the birth of renowned personalities, let's embark on this fascinating journey.
The year 1930 marked the premiere of Josef von Sternberg's iconic film "The Blue Angel" in Berlin, featuring Marlene Dietrich and Emil Jannings. Fast-forward to 1955, and Deutsche Lufthansa resumed its domestic air traffic with a flight on the Hamburg-Munich route.
In the realm of arts and entertainment, Edgar Wallace, a British crime writer known for his works such as "The Green Archer" and "The Fiend", was born in 1875. Nicola Tiggeler, a German actress best known for her role in the TV series "Storm of Love", joined the stage in 1960.
The 1960s also saw the birth of Jan-Eric Peters, a German journalist and publicist who served as editor-in-chief of WeltN24 and the Welt Group. In the same decade, Singa Gätgens, a talented German actress and TV presenter, entered the world.
The year 1975 brought about the birth of another notable German actress, Agnes Birkenhauer, who is famed for her roles in "Against the Wind" and "The Country Doctor". It was also on this day that Apple Inc., the tech giant founded by Steve Jobs, Steve Wozniak, and Ronald Wayne, was established.
In the political sphere, Margaret Thatcher, the British Prime Minister, introduced the poll tax in 1990. This move caused severe social unrest, which was one of the reasons for her fall as prime minister later in the year.
Fast-forward to 2020, Prince Harry and his wife Meghan stepped down from their roles as senior royals. In 2024, a Smoke-In celebration took place at the Brandenburg Gate in Berlin to mark the implementation of the new Cannabis Act in Germany.
As we look towards the future, the calendar page turns to April 1, 2025. The names of the days remain Hugo and Irene, constant companions in our journey through time.
These are but a few of the significant events that have shaped our world over the past nine decades. Each date holds a story, a moment in history waiting to be discovered. As we continue to move forward, may we remember the lessons of the past and look forward to the wonders of the future.
The general-news in 1875 witnessed the birth of Edgar Wallace, a renowned British crime writer. In the realm of arts and entertainment, there was also the premiere of Josef von Sternberg's "The Blue Angel" in 1930, marking a milestone in the history of film.
