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2026 - Anniversaries and Special Events - Poland 1060, Andras
II of Hungary 850, Saint Francis 800, Swiss Guard 520, Rembrandt
420, Mozart 270, U.S. Independence 250, Renoir 185, Motor Car
140, Gaudi 100, Queen Elizabeth II 100, Hague 1954 Convention
70, Milano Cortina Olympics
- 1060th Anniversary of the Christianization and Creation of Statehood of Poland in 966.
- 850th Anniversary of the Birth of Andras II, King of Hungary (1176-1235).
- 800th Anniversary of the Death of Saint Francis of Assisi (died 1226).
- 520th Anniversary of the Creation of the Swiss Guard of the Vatican in 1506.
- 420th Anniversary of the Birth of Rembrandt van Rijn (1606-1669) - draughtsman, painter and printmaker.
- 270th Anniversary of the Birth of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart (1756-1791) - Composer - symphonies, concertos, operas ...
- 250th Anniversary of the Signing of the U.S. Declaration of Independence in 1776.
- 185th Anniversary of the Birth of Pierre-Auguste Renoir (1841-1919) - French artist and painter.
- 140th Anniversary of the First Patent for a Motor Vehicle (Motor Car) powered by an internal combustion engine that burns gasoline (petrol) for energy and the start of the transition away from Horse-Drawn Carriages.
- 100th Anniversary of the Death of Antoni Gaudi (1852-1926) - Architect and designer.
- 100th Anniversary of the Birth of H.M. Queen Elizabeth II, Queen of the United Kingdom (1926-2022).
- 70th Anniversary of the Entering Into Force of the Hague Convention for the Protection of Cultural Property in the Event of Armed Conflict (signed 1954).
- Winter Olympic & Paralympic Games 2026 - hosted by Milano Cortina.
1060th Anniversary of the Christianization and Creation of Statehood of Poland in 966.
In 1966 the Vatican issued a series of six postage stamps to celebrate the "Millenium of Christianization of Poland".
The 15L stamp includes King Mieszko I & Queen Dąbrówka - the first Christian Rulers of Poland. King Mieszko I was baptized in 966. The stamp design was based on portraits by Jan Matejko c.1896.
Link for The Golden Bull of 1222 - a charter granted by King Andras (Andrew) II - image chart.
Link for The Millennium Monument with Statues of Rulers of Hungary including King Andras II - Budapest - image chart.
800th Anniversary of the Death of Saint Francis of Assisi (died 1226).
Saint Francis of Assisi
Patron Saint of Italy and the Franciscan Order
(Canonized 1228 - Feast Day - October 4)
520th Anniversary of the Creation of the Swiss Guard of the Vatican in 1506.
The Pontifical Swiss Guard is responsible for ensuring the safety of the Pope.
270th Anniversary of the Birth of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart.
Busts & Rondelle Busts adorn the façades of the Grand Théâtre (Busts) & Conservatoire de Musique (Rondelle Busts), Geneva - and include:
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart (1756-1791) - Composer - symphonies, concertos, operas ...
140th Anniversary of the First Patent for a Motor Vehicle (Motor Car) powered by an internal combustion engine that burns gasoline (petrol) for energy (1886) and the start of the decades long transition away from Horse-Drawn Carriages.
Images of an 1890’s Benz Motor Car and a c.1913 Paris street scene during the decades long transition away from Horse-Drawn Carriages.
Links to be added.
100th Anniversary of the Death of Antoni Gaudi (1852-1926) - Architect and Designer.
A selection of Works by Antonio Gaudi in Barcelona - Sagrada Família Basilica - the tallest Church in the World, Park Güell, Casa Milà - also known as La Pedrera, and Casa Batlló.
The Works of Antonio Gaudi became a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1984.
Link for Queen Elizabeth II's Diamond Jubilee - 2012 and British Jubilee Celebrations back to Queen Victoria - image chart.
Link for Royal Wedding - London, England 2011 (includes images of Queen Elizabeth II) and British Royal Celebrations back to Queen Victoria - image chart.
Link for 70th Anniversary of the Reign of H.M. Queen Elizabeth II - Platinum Jubilee - image chart.
Link for Death of H.M. Queen Elizabeth II in 2022 - image chart.
Additional Links to be added soon.
70th Anniversary of the Entering Into Force of the Hague Convention for the Protection of Cultural Property in the Event of Armed Conflict (signed 1954).
The 1954 Convention was signed in the Ridderzaal (Hall of Knights) in the Binnenhoff (Inner Court) of The Hague - the former Palace of the Counts of Holland - starting from 1229 when Floris IV, Count of Holland (d.1234) acquired the grounds of the Binnenhoff.
The 1954 Convention has been ratified by 138 States (by June 2025).
During previous armed conflicts - especially WWII - there has been significant destruction and damage to Cultural Property. The International Treaty is dedicated to safeguarding Cultural Property - such as monuments, historical sites, works of art, and scientific collections - from the destruction and looting during armed conflicts.
Winter Olympic & Paralympic Games 2026 - Milano Cortina
70 Years since the last Cortina Olympics & 20 Years since the Torino Olympics.
Sporting events are taking place spread between Milano and Cortina - and the Olympic Closing & Paralympic Opening Ceremonies will take place in the Roman Arena in Verona.
The Roman Arena, San Pietro & Castelvecchio Castles & Roman Gavi Gate are part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site - City of Verona.
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