1889
Johnstown Flood occurred in Pennsylvania USA after a dam failure causing massive destruction and loss of life
1911
RMS Titanic was launched in Belfast marking the beginning of the famous ocean liner’s journey
1961
Republic of South Africa was declared after leaving the British Commonwealth following a referendum
1970
Peru was hit by the Ancash earthquake which triggered deadly avalanches from Mount Huascarán causing widespread devastation
2003
Morocco carried out major security operations and arrests following the Casablanca terrorist bombings earlier in May
Nurturing Creativity – Keekli Charitable Trust, Shimla
