What is special about November 16th?

History for November 16 – On-This-Day.com. 1776 – British troops captured Fort Washington during the American Revolution. 1871 – The National Rifle Association of America (NRA) was first chartered in the State of New York. 1933 – The United States and the Soviet Union established diplomatic relations for the first time …

What happened on 17th December?

1903 : Orville and Wilbur Wright made the first successful man-powered airplane flight, near Kitty Hawk, N.C. . The craft is referred to as an airship and Orville and Wright are looking for buyers for their machine which is capable of speeds up to 10 mph.

What are the different colors of awareness ribbons?

Colors and meanings Color First use Meanings Bright green ribbon ? Climate change/global warming Orange and black ribbon 1769 1945 Ribbon of Saint George; commemoration of Pink and blue ribbon ? Infant and pre-natal death or premature Hydrocephalus two tone blue ribbon ? Hydrocephalus

Why do we have red ribbon awareness week?

Substance-abuse awareness ( Red Ribbon Week is commonly held in American schools.) Traditional (in the U.S. and in Canada) symbol of support for military forces, especially those deployed overseas and in conflicts. Sinking of MV Sewol in 2014 which resulted in more than 300 deaths. Supporters of 2014 Hong Kong protests.

What kind of Blue Ribbon do I Need?

Humphrey’s Craft 2 Inch Cobalt Blue Double Faced Satin Ribbon – 25 Yards Variety of Color for Crafts Gift Wrapping Bows Bridal Bouquet Cutting Ceremony Decoration Sewing Christmas Tree Wedding. Only 4 left in stock – order soon. Only 18 left in stock – order soon.

Is there a black ribbon movement in New Zealand?

Anti-violence campaign in New Zealand. Black Ribbon Movement of medical professions and medical students against the appointment of military officers to positions within Ministry of Health in Myanmar (Burma) in August 2015. ?