On this day: November 19
Man Walks to Hospital After Suffering Dozens of Stab Wounds
On November 19, 2010, a man in Colombia reportedly survived 67 stab wounds and walked to a hospital seeking help. The case drew international attention for the severity of his injuries and questions about how he managed to reach medical care.
Brawl Erupts at Palace: Pacers–Pistons Game Marred by Court-Side Fight
On November 19, 2004, a violent altercation between Indiana Pacers players and Detroit Pistons fans broke out at The Palace of Auburn Hills late in a game, leading to suspensions, criminal charges, and major changes in NBA security and conduct policies.
Lincoln’s Gettysburg Address: Four Score and a Nation Tested
On November 19, 1863, President Abraham Lincoln spoke at Gettysburg National Cemetery, delivering a brief but enduring address that reframed the Civil War as a test of American democracy and national unity.
Investigation Opens into King's Cross Underground Fire
An inquiry has begun into the catastrophic fire at King's Cross Underground station on 19 November 1987, which killed 31 people and injured many more. Authorities are examining causes, safety procedures and station design amid public concern over London Underground fire risks.
Egypt and Israel Sign Historic Peace Framework
On November 19, 1977, Egyptian President Anwar Sadat and Israeli leaders initiated a framework that opened talks leading toward a formal peace process—an early milestone in diplomatic engagement between the two states after decades of conflict.
British Miners’ Strike Intensifies, Sparks Nationwide Crisis
On 19 November 1984 the year-long miners’ strike escalated as clashes, widespread picketing and sympathetic actions intensified across Britain, deepening an economic and political crisis that had been building since March.