1989 (MCMLXXXIX) was a common year starting on Sunday of the Gregorian calendar, the 1989th year of the Common Era (CE) and Anno Domini (AD) designations, the 989th year of …

Historical events from year 1989. Learn about 757 famous, scandalous and important events that happened in 1989 or search by date or keyword.

Sep 25, 2024 · From political shifts and technological advancements to cultural breakthroughs, these events shape the world and influence the future. In this comprehensive overview, we’ll …

Jun 18, 2025 · Discover 23 intriguing facts about the year 1989, a pivotal year in history marked by significant global events and cultural milestones.

Iran's Ayatollah Khomeini declares author Salman Rushdie's book The Satanic Verses offensive and sentences him to death (Feb. 14). Tens of thousands of Chinese students take over …

Feb 7, 2025 · A year full of political tensions, 1989 was a turbulent time. Salman Rushdie’s Whitbread Award winning novel The Satanic Verses caused tension between the UK and Iran, …

Scholar Interviews Four scholars focus on the history & events surrounding 1989 through primary sources.

Jul 2, 2025 · Beyond the often-cited fall of the Berlin Wall, 1989 witnessed key developments within the US across economics, politics, and culture, many of which laid the groundwork for …

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December 6, 1989 deemed the Montreal Massacre. At approximately 5 o'clock pm, 25 year old women hater walks into Ecole Polytechnique in Montreal and kills 14 women, injuring 13 …