June 1

In 2015, a tragic maritime disaster occurred when a ship capsized in the Yangtze River, located in Hubei province, China. This devastating incident claimed the lives of 442 individuals out of the 458 onboard, marking one of the deadliest shipwrecks in recent history.

In 2011, the Space Shuttle Endeavour completed its final mission, landing after an impressive 25 flights. Discover the legacy and achievements of this remarkable spacecraft in NASA's iconic space program.

In 2011, an unusual tornado outbreak impacted New England, featuring a powerful EF3 tornado that hit Springfield, Massachusetts. Tragically, this severe weather event resulted in the loss of four lives.

In 2009, General Motors filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, marking it as the fourth largest bankruptcy in U.S. history. This significant event reshaped the automotive industry and had lasting effects on the economy.

In 2009, Air France Flight 447 tragically crashed into the Atlantic Ocean while en route from Rio de Janeiro to Paris. The catastrophic event claimed the lives of all 228 passengers and crew aboard. This aviation disaster remains one of the deadliest in history.

In 2008, a major fire occurred at Universal Studios' back lot, devastating the iconic King Kong Encounter attraction and a significant archive of master tapes for music and film. The full impact of this disaster wasn't disclosed until 2019, revealing extensive losses in entertainment history.

In 2004, Terry Nichols, a co-conspirator in the Oklahoma City bombing, was sentenced to 161 consecutive life terms without parole. This landmark ruling underscores the severity of his involvement in one of the deadliest domestic terrorist attacks in U.S. history.

In 2001, the Dolphinarium discotheque massacre shocked the world as a Hamas suicide bomber tragically took the lives of 21 individuals at a popular disco in Tel Aviv. This devastating event remains a significant moment in history, highlighting the impact of terrorism on innocent civilians.

In 2001, the tragic Nepalese royal massacre took place when Crown Prince Dipendra of Nepal fatally shot multiple family members, including his father and mother. This shocking event deeply impacted the royal family and the nation, leaving a lasting historical significance.

On June 1, 1999, American Airlines Flight 1420 tragically slid off the runway and crashed while attempting to land at Little Rock National Airport. The flight, which was en route from Dallas to Little Rock, resulted in the loss of 11 lives. This heartbreaking incident remains a significant event in aviation history.