Today, November 12th, history reminds us of great advances in global science and crucial moments for Argentine culture, education, and politics. Born in Uruguay and residing in Argentina, Breccia is recognized for masterpieces such as 'Mort Cinder', 'The Eternauta' (alongside Solano López), and his adaptations of H.P. Lovecraft. We review the most significant events commemorated on this date. Argentine Anniversaries: From Science to Politics November 12th is marked by milestones in the scientific and educational fields that have left a deep mark on the national identity. National Cartoonist's Day In Argentina, National Cartoonist's Day is celebrated in honor of the birth of Alberto Breccia (1919-1993), one of the most influential and renovating artists of the comic strip at a global level. This event marks the consolidation of his legacy as the 'Father of the Classroom'. 1921 – The First Airline in South America: Engineer Alberto M. de Saint Exupéry (brother of the famous writer) inaugurates the first commercial airline in South America, connecting Buenos Aires, Argentina, with Montevideo, Uruguay, via seaplanes. Political Events 1989 – First Visit of a Pope to a Communist Government Headquarters: Pope John Paul II becomes the first pontiff to visit a communist government center when he is received by President Wojciech Jaruzelski in Warsaw, Poland. 1990 – Creation of MERCOSUR: The presidents of Argentina, Brazil, Paraguay, and Uruguay meet in Buenos Aires and sign the Treaty of Asunción, laying the foundations for the creation of the Southern Common Market (MERCOSUR). World Historical Facts: Innovation and Politics On a global level, November 12th commemorates the completion of great works and technological advances. Science and Technology 2014 – The Comet Landing: The European Space Agency's (ESA) probe Philae successfully lands on the surface of comet 67P/Churyumov-Gerasimenko, after a journey of more than ten years. This was the first time in history that a probe managed to land on the surface of a comet, a monumental achievement in space engineering. 1980 – Launch of the Voyager 1 probe: The unmanned NASA probe makes its closest approach to the planet Saturn, sending stunning detailed photographs of the ringed planet and its moons. Milestones in Education and Aviation 1893 – Death of Domingo Faustino Sarmiento: Although Sarmiento died on September 11, his definitive tomb was inaugurated in Buenos Aires on November 12, 1893, designed by sculptor Auguste Rodin. Births and Culture 1817 – Baháʼu'lláh: The prophet-founder of the Baháʼí Faith, a monotheistic religion that promotes the unity of humanity, is born. 1929 – Grace Kelly: The iconic American actress of Hollywood's golden age and Princess consort of Monaco is born. 1980 – Ryan Gosling: The Canadian actor, director, and musician, recognized for his versatility in contemporary cinema, is born.
