November 28th is also known as Red Planet Day and French Toast Day.
Welcome to day 333 of the year folks, there are 33 days remaining in 2024.
If today is an important day for you, you should know that it’s also been an important day throughout history too. Here you’ll learn about the historic events that happened on this day.
Did you know that on this day in 1893, women voted in a general election for the first time in New Zealand? This made New Zealand the first country to allow women to vote in parliamentary elections.
Keep reading for more fun & interesting facts about November 28th in history!
Events
What memorable events happened on November 28 in history? Keep reading to find out!
2024
Australia became the first country in the world to pass laws banning kids and teens from using social media.
The controversial bill, which banned anyone under 16 from accessing apps like TikTok, Snapchat, Instagram, and Facebook, was passed despite a huge public outcry.
2023
A Virgin Airlines plane became the first to fly using 100% sustainable jet fuel.
Flight VS100, which flew from London to New York, used a sustainable fuel made from a blend of used cooking oils, tallow, and other waste products. While planes using sustainable jet fuel emit the same amount of carbon, their net carbon emissions are 70% lower.
2014
The teaser trailer for “Star Wars: The Force Awakens” was released, which first introduced the droid, BB-8.
1975
East Timor declared its independence from Portugal.
In the 16th Century, Portugal began to colonize modern-day East Timor, taking complete control by 1702 and naming it Portuguese Timor. Portugal’s rule over the following centuries was somewhat limited, as they saw it as little more than a trading post. By 1975, Portugal had all but given up on the colony, and civil unrest was rife, which allowed East Timor to break away from Portugal.
1958
The US SM-65 Atlas missile completed the first successful intercontinental ballistic missile launch.
SM-65 Atlas missiles were already being deployed for full operational use within a year. By 1965, they were already dated and replaced with newer, higher-tech intercontinental ballistic missiles (ICBM). This was just the first of many Atlas missiles, with newer variants still in use today.
Famous Births
Are you celebrating your birthday today? If so, did you know that you share the same birthday as Ryan Kwanten? See what other famous people were born on this day.
1987
Karen Gillan
Scottish
Actress
Age:
37 years old
Born In:
Scotland, UK
1984
Mary Elizabeth Winstead
American
Actress
Age:
40 years old
Born In:
North Carolina, USA
1982
Alan Ritchson
American
Actor
Age:
42 years old
Born In:
North Dakota, USA
Famous Deaths
Unfortunately, November 28th has also been a day where we’ve had to say some goodbyes over the years…
1960
1994
Jeffrey Dahmer
American
Serial Killer
1960
1994
Jeffrey Dahmer
Jeffrey Dahmer was an American serial killer born on May 21, 1960. He died on this day in 1994, at age 34 in Portage, Wisconsin, USA.
Died On:
Nov 28, 1994 (Age 34)
Died In:
Wisconsin, USA
1926
2010
Leslie Nielsen
Canadian
Actor
1926
2010
Leslie Nielsen
Leslie Nielsen was a Canadian actor born on February 11, 1926. He died on this day in 2010, at age 84 in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, USA.
Died On:
Nov 28, 2010 (Age 84)
Died In:
Florida, USA
Quotes
Every day brings a new quote – here are the most well-known quotes spoken or written on Nov 28th in history.
1762
Whatever you do, crush the infamous thing, and love those who love you.
Voltaire
French Writer
Special Holidays
If you’ve got a few minutes spare today, why not celebrate these special holidays.
Red Planet Day
The Mariner 4 Spacecraft launched on this day in 1964 and, after an eight-month-long journey, became the first spacecraft to fly by Mars and capture photos. Red Planet Day celebrates both this historical moment and Mars itself, so read up on some Mars facts and try to spot it tonight!
National French Toast Day
It doesn’t matter whether you like it sweet or savory, or if you call it eggy bread instead; today is National French Toast Day, which means you should eat some today! So celebrate today by heading down to your favorite brunch spot or make it at home exactly the way you like it.
THe Fact Site’s
Fun Fact Of The Day
In 1916, Cincinnati, Ohio, built a subway system that ended up never being used. It is the most extensive unused subway system in the US.
Birthday & Zodiac
Everyone who was born on November 28th shares the same star sign, Sagittarius.
Due to their spontaneous streak, Sagittarians can be challenging to make longer-term plans with.
People born during November have the Topaz birthstone. Topaz symbolizes rejuvenation and strength while also providing loyalty, faithfulness, and everlasting friendships.
Anyone born on November 28 would likely have been conceived around March 7 in the same year.
A baby conceived on November 28th, 2024, will likely be born around August 21st, 2025.
