October 19 in history: Discovery of the first line of offense against tuberculosis and more
| Updated: Oct 19, 2020, 08:03 AM IST
From the patent of the fire extinguisher to the discovery of the first line of offense against tuberculosis, we've got it all covered.
Let's dive into today's history.
French C. Hopffer patents the fire extinguisher
French C. Hopffer patents the fire extinguisher.
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Napoleon's forces begin their retreat from Moscow
Napoleon's forces begin their retreat from Moscow.
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First line of offense against tuberculosis, "Streptomycin" is Discovered
First line of offense against tuberculosis, "Streptomycin" is Discovered.
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Pope John Paul II beatifies Mother Teresa
Pope John Paul II beatifies Mother Teresa.
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Saddam Hussein goes on trial in Baghdad for crimes against humanity
Saddam Hussein goes on trial in Baghdad for crimes against humanity.