Today in History: Slavery abolished in Mauritius, first volume of Oxford English Dictionary published, and more!
| Updated: Feb 01, 2020, 08:21 AM IST
From the abolishment of slavery in Mauritius to the opening of the tallest building in the European Union (EU).
We've got it all covered! Let's dive into today's history.
Slavery is abolished in Mauritius
Slavery is abolished in Mauritius.
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Oxford English Dictionary
The first volume (A to Ant) of the Oxford English Dictionary is published.
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Shinhan Bank
Shinhan Bank, the first in South Korea, opens in Seoul.
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Hungary
The Parliament of Hungary abolishes the monarchy after nine centuries.
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European Union
The Shard, the tallest building in the European Union, is opened to the public.