On This Day In History………

312 AD

The Battle of Milvian Bridge (Rome), was fought today, between the two contesting Forces of Constantine I and Maxentius – over sole control of The Roman Empire. Constantine’s Army of 100,000 will rout The Pretender Maxentius’ and his 75,000 Soldiers. The victory will ultimately cease the persecution of Christians in Rome and help to establish Christianity as the single and dominant Religion in Italy from that day forward.

1492

Genoese Explorer Christopher Columbus lands in Cuba today – thus claiming discovery of The “New World”.

1664

The Duke of York and Albany's Maritime Regiment of Foot, is founded today. It is better known by it's later name, "The Royal Marines".

1886

The Statue of Liberty is officially dedicated today in New York Harbor (NY/US).

1922

The Government of Italy in Rome falls today to Benito Mussolini's Fascist Forces.