Ephemeris of January 3 | the Chronicle

1833 – Without declaration of war, the United Kingdom seized the Falkland Islands on behalf of Her Britannic Majesty. Although in peace with the Argentine Confederation, England, with two warships, dislodged the Argentinian garrison from Puerto Soledad. Since then, the islands have been subject to this foreign rule.

John Tolkien: Lord of the Rings

1892 – Born John Ronald Reuel Tolkien, who was a linguist, poet, university professor. and South African writer, best known for being the author of classic heroic fantasy novels “The Hobbit”, “The Silmarillion” and “The Lord of the Rings”. Other works he wrote were “The sons of Húrin” and “The History of Middle-earth”.

A “Garnet” appeared in the south

1915 – I know founded Club Atlético Lanús, by joining the two most populous clubs in the region: Club Social Progreso and Lanús United. he “Garnet” He is one of the usual artists of the First Division, he played 67 seasons in the top flight, won two tournaments, a Conmebol Cup, a Super Cup in South America, Argentina and a Bicentennial Cup.

Daniel Toro: with folklore on his skin

1941 – Born Daniel Toro, who is a singer, songwriter and folklorist considered one of the most important singer-songwriters in the history of national folklore. Some of his most notable songs are “Zamba to forget”, “My sad butterfly”, “This American Christ”, “Nostalgia mía”, “My little prince”, “El antigal” and “Zamba for your presence”.

Main victory: “Dallas” led her to glory

1950 – Born Main victory, who is an American actress well known for her role as Pamela Barnes Ewing, “Pam”, in the series “Dallas”, which was issued between 1978 and 1987. Some films in which it stood out are “Terremoto”, “I will, I will … For now”, “The Life and Times of Judge Roy Bean” and “Vigilant force”.

Mel Gibson: Hollywood Icon

1956 – Born Mel Columcille Gérard Gibson, who is an Australian actor, producer and director who won two Oscars, both for the film “Brave Heart” (1995) for best director and best film. Other bands in which he excelled are “Lethal Weapon”, “Mad Max”, “Maverick”, “Forever Young” and “Le Patriote”.

Michael Schumacher: Fast as the wind

1969 – Born Michael sSchumacher, who is a former German racing driver who became a seven-time Formula 1 world champion: twice with the Benetton team in 1994 and 1995, and five with Ferrari between 2000 and 2004. In addition, he was a finalist in 1998 and 2006, third in 1992, 1996 and 2005, fourth in 1993 and fifth in 1999.

Antonio Birabent: Son of a Tiger

1969 – Born Antonio Birabent, who is an actor, journalist and musician who has embraced music since childhood since he was the singer’s son Morris. Some of his most important films are “Tango Feroz: The legend of Tanguito”, “Small miracles”, “Three wishes” and “A safe world”. During this time, some discs are “All this time” and “Time and space”.

Greta Thunberg: Alma environmentalist

2003 – Born Greta Tintin Eleonora Ernman Thunberg, who is a Swedish environmental activist who focused her young life on the risks posed by global warming. It should be noted that for his work Thunberg received strong support and many criticism for his work from politicians and the press.

First Dakar rally in South America

2009 – I know organized the first edition of the Dakar in South America, after being suspended the previous year due to terrorist threats from Al-Qaeda. This edition began in the city of Buenos Aires, bound for the Chilean city of Valparaíso and back to Buenos Aires. He ran until January 18, covering 9,500 kilometers.