This Day in History on November 12: Algerian War of Independence Starts

November 12 has been a date marked by numerous significant events throughout history, spanning the realms of politics, science, culture, and global affairs.In the political arena, November 12, 1954, marks the beginning of the Algerian War of Independence. The National Liberation Front (FLN) launched a series of coordinated attacks against French colonial forces, igniting the struggle that would eventually lead to Algeria gaining independence in 1962. This conflict was one of the most significant decolonization struggles of the 20th century, highlighting themes of national self-determination and the complex legacies of colonialism.November 12 also holds cultural significance. In 1892, the first American football game between the University of Kansas and Baker University was played, setting