1430day.year
Philip the Good, the Duke of Burgundy, establishes the Order of the Golden Fleece, the most prestigious, exclusive, and expensive order of chivalry in the world.
In 1430, Philip the Good, Duke of Burgundy, established the prestigious Order of the Golden Fleece, cementing Burgundian influence and chivalric tradition in Europe.
On January 10, 1430, Philip the Good, Duke of Burgundy, founded the Order of the Golden Fleece to reward loyalty and celebrate chivalric ideals. Modeled after Arthurian legends, the order’s lavish ceremonies and strict membership criteria reinforced Burgundian prestige. Knights wore a distinctive gold fleece pendant symbolizing valor and fraternity. Membership was limited to high nobility, making it one of Europe’s most exclusive orders of chivalry. The order fostered diplomatic ties among the Burgundian court and other European powers. Over time, it became a symbol of the region’s cultural and political influence in the Late Middle Ages.
1430
Philip the Good
Duke of Burgundy
Order of the Golden Fleece
order of chivalry
2007day.year
A general strike begins in Guinea in an attempt to get President Lansana Conté to resign.
In 2007, trade unions in Guinea launched a general strike demanding President Lansana Conté's resignation.
On January 10, 2007, labor unions and civil society groups in Guinea initiated a nationwide general strike to protest decades of authoritarian rule and economic hardship under President Lansana Conté. The strike shut down public services and paralyzed major cities, reflecting widespread popular discontent. Security forces responded with tear gas and arrests, but the protesters remained steadfast in their demands for political reform, higher wages, and an end to corruption. International observers warned of potential instability as negotiations faltered. The protest movement eventually led to limited concessions but failed to force Conté's immediate resignation. The 2007 general strike highlighted Guinea's fragile governance and set a precedent for future civil actions.
2007
general strike
Guinea
Lansana Conté
2019day.year
A 13-year-old American girl, Jayme Closs, is found alive in Gordon, Wisconsin, having been kidnapped 88 days earlier from her parents' home whilst they were murdered.
Teenager Jayme Closs was found alive in Wisconsin in 2019 after being kidnapped and held for 88 days following her parents' murder.
On January 10, 2019, 13-year-old Jayme Closs was rescued in a wooded area near Gordon, Wisconsin, ending an 88-day captivity that began with the tragic murder of her parents. Jayme managed to escape from her abductor's home and flag down a passing motorist, leading to her safe recovery. The suspect, 21-year-old Jake Patterson, was apprehended shortly thereafter and later confessed to the crime. Jayme's harrowing ordeal and courageous escape captured international attention and inspired widespread support for her healing journey. The case prompted renewed discussions on child abduction prevention, victim advocacy, and the effectiveness of law enforcement coordination. Jayme Closs has since become an advocate for missing children and survivor resilience.
2019
Jayme Closs
Gordon, Wisconsin