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History of Malta, sourced from Wikipedia's "Timeline of Maltese history".
Chronological Storyline (172 Milestones)
5900 BCE
conifer
DNA analysis has revealed that the first inhabitants originated from various European and African regions of the Mediterranean around 5900 BC. Most of the conifer forest that dominates the islands is cleared for mixed farming with fire and grazing and replaced by herbaceous vegetation, including Plantago lanceolata, Rumex, Asphodelus and Thelygonum. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (6th millennium BC):
Sapins pectinés, Le Tholy, Vosges By Sapin88 - Own work, CC BY-SA 3.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=15478365
3850 BCE
Megalithic Temples of Malta
In 3850 BC, a second colonisation arrived from Sicily and remained on the island for 1,500 years. More intensive agriculture, with a higher focus on cereals. Construction of the megalithic temples of Ġgantija, Ħaġar Qim, Mnajdra, Ta' Ħaġrat, Skorba, Tarxien and Tas-Silg and the Ħal Saflieni Hypogeum. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (3rd - 4th millennium BC):
This media is about Maltese cultural property with inventory number 00001. By BoneA - Own work, CC BY-SA 4.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=51945782
1000 BCE
Phoenicia
The colonisation of the Maltese Islands by the Phoenicians begins. Earliest evidence of commerce and increased contacts with surrounding Mediterranean cultures. The Phoenicians were present on Malta, which they called Ann, before the end of the 2nd millennium BC. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (10th century BC):
"map of Phoenicia", apparently intended to give a rough idea of the part of the Levant known as "Phoenicia", it does not correspond to any historical empire or polity. The cities indicated are the ancient Phoenician city states, perhaps in the Late Bronze Age (?) By Kordas, based on Alvaro's work - This map, CC BY 3.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=4083286
720 BCE
Phoenicia
A Phoenician colony, Maleth, is founded in present-day Cospicua in the Grand Harbour Malta. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (8th century BC):
"map of Phoenicia", apparently intended to give a rough idea of the part of the Levant known as "Phoenicia", it does not correspond to any historical empire or polity. The cities indicated are the ancient Phoenician city states, perhaps in the Late Bronze Age (?) By Kordas, based on Alvaro's work - This map, CC BY 3.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=4083286
700 BCE
Punic
A Punic temple, dedicated to the mother goddess Astarte, is built over the remains of the Tas-Silġ megalithic temples. (to 200 BC) Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (7th century BC):
Phoenician grinning mask, 4th century BC, found in a grave at San Sperate, Cagliari, Museo Archeologico Nazionale By Carole Raddato from FRANKFURT, Germany - Phoenician grinning mask, 4th century BC, found in a grave at San Sperate, Cagliari, Museo Archeologico Nazionale, CC BY-SA 2.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=75700266
539 BCE
Cyrus the Great
Cyrus the Great, founder of the Persian Empire, conquers Phoenicia. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (6th century BC):
Winged genius relief in Pasargadae By Surenae - Own work, CC BY-SA 4.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=162225973
480 BCE
Carthage
The islands come under the control of Carthage, a former Phoenician colony, and rapidly develop into a Carthaginian naval base, also shown by numerous Carthaginian coins found in Malta. A number of Greek coins from Athens and Corinth indicate a peaceful coexistence with Greeks in Malta and trade with Greek settlements in Eastern Sicily. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (4th - 5th century BC):
Montage de photos de la ville de Carthage By ELEL09, montage - Author: Citizen59 Author: Issam Barhoumi Author: Leandro Neumann Ciuffo Author: Patrick Verdier Author: nonanet, CC BY-SA 3.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=30698442
218 BCE
Titus Sempronius Longus
Invasion of Malta by Titus Sempronius Longus, the Roman historian Livy records that the local garrison surrendered without a fight. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (3rd century BC):
200 BCE
Roman Republic
A Roman temple, dedicated to the goddess Hera, is built over the remains of the Tas-Silġ megalithic temples. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (2nd century BC):
Territory of the Roman republic in 44 BC. Map based on territory depicted in Hammond's 8 x 11 Map of Roman Dominions 44 BC (1906). Coastlines from the Ancient World Mapping Center shape files. Map tiles from Consortium of Ancient World Mappers. Both are released under CC-BY 4.0. The projection is Europe Equidistant Conic (ESRI:102031). Contra Hammond, Cyprus is excluded from the map per Goldsworthy Caesar (2006) p 444, citing Dio 42.35.5, noting that Cyprus was returned to the Ptolemaic kingdom after Caesar's intervention in Alexandria. By Ifly6 - Own work, CC BY-SA 4.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=155519121
150 BCE
Third Punic War
Third Punic War. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (2nd century BC):
A map of the key locations and features in the city of Carthage around 149 BC, when the city was besieged by the Romans during the Third Punic War. By Harrias - Own work, loosely based on Goldsworthy, Adrian (2006). The Fall of Carthage: The Punic Wars 265–146 BC. London: Phoenix. ISBN 978-0-304-36642-2, p. 342; and Miles, Richard (2011). Carthage Must be Destroyed. London: Penguin. ISBN 978-0-141-01809-6, p. 2., CC BY-SA 4.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=95555913
41 CE
Maltese people
The Maltese are granted municipal privileges by Rome. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (1st century):
Map of Maltese People Malta + 100,000 + 10,000 + 1,000 By Linus Hagenbach - Blank map: File:BlankMap-World6.svg, CC BY-SA 4.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=112890467
60 CE
Saint Publius
Saint Publius Prince of Malta. First Bishop of Malta. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (1st century):
The statue of saint Publius in Floriana By Saint_Publius.JPG: Bonio derivative work: Rabanus Flavus (talk) - Saint_Publius.JPG, CC BY-SA 3.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=111254312
60 CE
Saint Paul
Saint Paul shipwrecked on the island. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (1st century):
Fresco of Saint Paul at the cave of Saint Paul at Ephesus By Unknown author - Credited to: Ephesus Foundation USA Immediate source: https://aleteia.org/slideshow/slideshow-5-christian-sites-in-the-ancient-city-of-ephesus/7/, Public domain, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=168558938
117 CE
municipium
Malta becomes a municipium during the reign of Hadrian. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (2nd century):
en:Munich, Germany: en:Staatliche Sammlung für Ägyptische Kunst, head of Emperor en:Hadrian, en:marble, time of Emperor Hadrian, about 130 AD By Djehouty - Own work, CC BY-SA 4.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=85310985
395 CE
Western Roman Empire
Western Roman rule over Malta, following the final division of the Roman Empire. (to 454) Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (4th century):
Map of the Western Roman Empire in 418 A.D. after the end of the Gothic War (408-416); the usurpations during the rule of Honorius; the recovery of part of Hispania; the suppression of the bagaudas as well as the beginning of the Visigothic settlement in Gaul. Source for the Visigothic settlement: Herwig Wolfram (1990) - History of the Goths p= 173. By Paulusburg - Own work, CC BY-SA 4.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=87494383
400 CE
A Western Roman church is built
A Western Roman church is built over the remains of the Tas-Silġ megalithic temples. (to 600) Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (4th century):
454 CE
Vandals
Malta is occupied by the Vandals. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (5th century):
Mosaic pavement from British museum. Excavated at Bordj-Djedid in 1857 (Africa,Tunisia, Carthage). Date: 5thC(late)-6thC(early). Culture: Vandal or late Roman. By Unknown author - British Museum, Public domain, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=17583750
464 CE
Goths
Malta is occupied by the Goths. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (5th century):
Goths By Unknown author, CC BY-SA 3.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=422085
533 CE
Belisarius
Belisarius restores the Maltese Islands to the Byzantine Empire for the next three hundred years. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (6th - 8th century):
Belisarius mosaic, Basilica of San Vitale, Ravenna, Italy. By Petar Milošević - Own work, CC BY-SA 4.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=39974477
870 CE
Aghlabid
Malta is conquered by Aghlabid Arabs. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (9th century):
Carte de l'extension maximale du royaume des Aghlabides. By The original uploader was Nanoxyde at French Wikipedia. - Travail personnel, CC BY-SA 2.5, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=3972515
909 CE
Fatimids
Fatimids conquered Malta. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (10th century):
Map the Fatimid Empire (chronological)Map drawn acc. to: Euratlas' map of the Fatimid Empire c.1000 [1] Qantara-Med's map of the Mediterranean c.1000 [2] Territories in green represent Hammadid and Zirid realms, resp. indep. in 1018 and 1048 Ian Mladjov's map of the Eastern Mediterranean in 1096 [3] Qantara-Med's map of the Mediterranean c.1100 [4] By Omar-toons - Own work, CC BY-SA 4.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=36397574
1053 CE
Siege of Medina
The Byzantine Empire unsuccessfully attempts to recapture the islands. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (11th century):
This media is about Maltese cultural property with inventory number 01572. By Continentaleurope - Own work, CC BY-SA 4.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=62965921
1091 CE
Roger I of Sicily
The Norman Count Roger I of Sicily invades Malta and the Muslim inhabitants negotiate a peaceful surrender. Gozo is sacked by the Normans. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (11th century):
Calabria, trifollaro di ruggieri I d'altavilla, 1072-1101 By sailko - Own work, CC BY-SA 3.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=15869446
1122 CE
Arab uprising against the Normans in
Arab uprising against the Normans in Malta. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (12th century):
1127 CE
Roger II of Sicily
Norman control over Malta is consolidated under Roger II of Sicily. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (12th century):
La Martorana, also known as Santa Maria dell'Ammiraglio (Saint Mary of the Admiral), is a church in Palermo (Sicily, Italy). The church is annexed to the next-door church of San Cataldo and overlooks the Piazza Bellini in central Palermo. By User:Matthias Süßen - Own work, CC BY-SA 4.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=62676623
1144 CE
Second attempt by the Byzantine Empire
Second attempt by the Byzantine Empire to recapture the Islands. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (12th century):
1154 CE
Archdiocese of Malta
The Catholic Church in Malta is incorporated into the See of Palermo. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (12th century):
Malta, Mdina, Kathedrale St. Paul By Berthold Werner - Own work, CC BY-SA 3.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=17444905
1192 CE
Margaritus of Brindisi
Margaritus of Brindisi was created first Count of Malta, perhaps for his unexpected success in capturing Empress Constance contender to the Sicilian throne. (to 1194, forfeited by House of Hohenstaufen) Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (12th century):
Places of action of Margaritus of Brindisi By FocalPoint for this adaptation Original map : de:Captain BloodTranslation : Eric Gaba (Sting) - The image Image:Normans possessions 12century-fr.png was adapted, CC BY-SA 3.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=4076616
1194 CE
Duke of Swabia
Malta and Sicily are ruled by the Swabians (House of Hohenstaufen). (to 1266) Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (12th century):
Or three leopards sable. Modified from File:Insigne Estonicum.svg with the following replacements: 61b3fd-->616161 2b96f6-->2b2b2b 214478-->212121 1353b4-->131313 1265b1-->121212 02378b-->040404 003386-->030303 By User:Ssolbergj - File:Insigne Estonicum.svg, https://www.e-codices.unifr.ch/de/csg/1084/328/0/, CC BY-SA 4.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=64001684
1223 CE
The exile to Malta of the
The exile to Malta of the entire male population of the town of Celano (Italy). Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (13th century):
1224 CE
Expulsion of all Muslims from Malta
Expulsion of all Muslims from Malta and Sicily. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (13th century):
1240 CE
Stationing of a Norman and Sicilian
Stationing of a Norman and Sicilian (Swabian) Garrison on Malta in 1240 Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (13th century):
1266 CE
Capetian House of Anjou
Malta and Sicily are ruled by the Angevins. (to 1283) Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (13th century):
This vector image includes elements from this file: By Carlodangio - Own work, CC BY-SA 4.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=61566668
1283 CE
Crown of Aragon
Malta and Sicily are ruled by the Crown of Aragon. (to 1530) Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (13th century):
Royal Banner of the Kingdom and Crown of Aragón By Heralder iThe source code of this SVG is valid. This vector image was created with Inkscape by v . - [1], CC BY-SA 3.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=25595947
1350 CE
Louis of Sicily
Grant in fief of lands 'Diar el Bniet' by Louis of Sicily (House of Aragon) to Francesco Gatto on 4 January 1350, by a privilegium given at Messina, the fief having reverted to the Crown after it had been held by Michele Bava. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (14th century):
Coins of Louis I of Sicily By Unknown author - https://www.numismaticaranieri.it/archivioscheda/21690-sicilia-ludovico-daragona-1342-1355-pierreale.aspx#gallery, CC BY-SA 3.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=128566465
1356 CE
Giacomo Pelegrino is noted as 'Capitano
Giacomo Pelegrino is noted as 'Capitano della Verga' ('Hakem'). Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (14th century):
1397 CE
Kingdom of Sicily
Second Incorporation of the Maltese Islands into the Royal Domain (Kingdom of Sicily). (to 1420) Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (14th century):
It is easy to put a border around this flag image By Bandiera_del_Regno_di_Sicilia.svg: Oren neu dag Arms_of_the_Aragonese_Kings_of_Sicily.svg: Heralder derivative work: Luigi Chiesa (talk) - Bandiera_del_Regno_di_Sicilia.svg Arms_of_the_Aragonese_Kings_of_Sicily.svg, Public domain, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=12080480
1419 CE
The Militia List is drawn up,
The Militia List is drawn up, giving information about the population of Malta in the Middle Ages. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (15th century):
1420 CE
The 'Consiglio Popolare' is mentioned when
The 'Consiglio Popolare' is mentioned when King Alphonsus of Aragon mortgaged the islands to Antonio Cardona. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (15th century):
1425 CE
Maltese people
Uprising by the Maltese against Don Gonsalvo Monroy during his absence from the island, Count of Malta. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (15th century):
Map of Maltese People Malta + 100,000 + 10,000 + 1,000 By Linus Hagenbach - Blank map: File:BlankMap-World6.svg, CC BY-SA 4.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=112890467
Jan 3, 1427 CE
Alfonso V of Aragon
King Alfonso incorporates Malta to the Crown of Aragon (Kingdom of Sicily), and promises never to grant Malta as a fief to any third party. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (15th century):
Alfonso V of Aragon By Sailko - Own work, CC BY-SA 4.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=82964997
1429 CE
Hafsid dynasty
The Hafsid Berbers attempt to capture Malta. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (15th century):
Map of the Hafsid dynasty/kingdom in North Africa, AD 1400. By Gabagool - Own work, CC BY 3.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=6364825
1436 CE
Gozo
In the 'Rollo' (inventory) of the benefices of the churches and chapels in Malta and Gozo, held by Bishop de Mello, ten established chapels are mentioned: The Cathedral of Mdina and the Church of San Lorenzo a Mare (Birgu), the 'Nativity of the Virgin' (Naxxar), 'Saint Helen' (Birkirkara), 'Saint George' (Qormi), 'Assumption of the Virgin Mary (Bir Miftuh/Gudja ), Saint Philip of Aggira (Zebbug), 'Saint Nicholas of Bari' (Siggiewi), 'Saint Catherine of Alexandria' (Zejtun and Zurrieq), Saint Domenica' (Dingli), and 'the Nativity of the Virgin' (Mellieha). Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (15th century):
This image of Malta, captured by the Copernicus Sentinel-2B satellite is one of the first set of images delivered via Alphasat, which is in geostationary orbit 36 000 km above Earth. The image is a result of the two satellites using their optical communication instruments to transfer data via laser for fast delivery. This is essential for applications such as helping respond to disasters. By European Space Agency - http://www.esa.int/spaceinimages/Images/2017/06/Malta_from_space_via_laser, CC BY-SA 3.0 igo, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=113953582
1522 CE
Suleiman the Magnificent
Suleiman I drives the Military Hospitaller Knights of St. John of Jerusalem out of Rhodes. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (16th century):
Delle tre versioni del ritratto di Solimano, ricordate dalle fonti come «di mano di Tiziano», ne sono giunte fino a noi solo due, iconograficamente diverse tra loro, ma entrambe riferibili alla bottega di Tiziano, piuttosto che alla sua mano. Ciò che per altro non vorrebbe dir nulla, perché molte opere di bottega venivano licenziate come autografe. Il primo ritratto di Solimano di stile tizianesco proviene dalla collezione dell’arciduca Ferdinando II d’Austria ed è registrato nell’inventario del castello di Ruhelust, nel 1596. Il quadro è stato esposto alla Mostra di Vienna nel 2007 come copia da Tiziano (Kunsthistorisches Museum, Gemäldegalerie, Inv.-Nr. 24291). By Circle of Titian - Kunsthistorisches Museum Wien, Public domain, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=2646041
Oct 26, 1530 CE
Islam
In an effort to protect Rome from Islamic invasion, Emperor Charles V grants the Maltese Islands to the Knights of St. John of Jerusalem in perpetual fief. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (16th century):
The Kaabah (Kaaba) is located in the Masjid Al-Haram in Makkah (Mecca, Saudi Arabia). This photo was taken during the 2018 Hajj Season. Performing hajj is one of the pillars of Islam and required once for those who can afford to do it. Here the hajj pilgrims are performing the 'tawaf' around the Kaabah. By Adli Wahid Minor modifications made by Basile Morin, from the original version. - File:The Kaaba during Hajj.jpg, CC BY-SA 4.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=157575049
1531 CE
Andrea Doria
The Knights stage their first attacks from their new naval base in Malta, forming part of a Christian fleet under the command of Admiral Andrea Doria in attacks on the Turks at Modone, on the Ottoman fort at Coronna and, in 1535, on Tunis. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (16th century):
Andrea Doria By Sebastiano del Piombo - Web Gallery of Art: Image Info about artworkwga QS:P11807,"s/sebastia/doria_a", Public domain, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=2713786
1533 CE
Ottoman Empire
The Ottomans and Barbary corsairs attack Gozo. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (16th century):
The Ottoman flag and Turkey Republic Flag of 1844–1935. Late Ottoman flag which was made based on the historical documents listed in the Source section. Note that a five-pointed star was rarely used in the crescent-and-star symbol before the 19th century. By User:Orwellianist - File:German soldiers celebrate Christmas in Ottoman Empire during WW1.jpg File:Nordenfelt submarine Abdülhamid.jpg Ottoman submarine Abdülhamid (1886) File:Declaration of the 1908 Revolution in Ottoman Empire.png Photo from 1908 http://www.tayyareci.com/digerucaklar/turkiye/preww1/Bleriot%20XI%20b%20TuAF.jpg - Photo from 1912 http://www.manorhouse.clara.net/book2/chapter18.htm (image), alternative link - Photo from 1914 http://www.manorhouse.clara.net/book2/chapter21.htm image - Photo from 1914 File:SultanahmetMitingi.jpg Photo from 1919 http://www.tayyareci.com/digerucaklar/turkiye/ww1/gothawd12.jpg - Photo from 1915 http://www.tayyareci.com/digerucaklar/turkiye/ww1/gothawd2.jpg - Photo from 1915 http://www.tayyareci.com/digerucaklar/turkiye/ww1/gothawd13.jpg - Photo from 1915 http://www.tayyareci.com/digerucaklar/turkiye/ww1/sakir_feyzi_resimleri2.jpg - Photo from 1915 http://www.tayyareci.com/digerucaklar/turkiye/ww1/S.P.A.D13.JPG - Photo from 1918 http://www.tayyareci.com/digerucaklar/turkiye/kurtulus/fiat-r2.jpg - Photo from 1920 http://www.tayyareci.com/digerucaklar/turkiye/kurtulus/breguet14b2.jpg - Photo from 1922 http://www.tayyareci.com/digerucaklar/turkiye/kurtulus/nieuport27-2.jpg - Photo from 1922 File:Bundesarchiv Bild 146-2005-0086, Kaiser Wilhelm II in Konstantinopel.jpg File:Ceremony to decolate the flag of 27th Regiment with Imtiyaz Medals.jpg File:Ottoman troops with flag.jpg File:Ottoman Navy at the Golden Horn.jpg - Postcard from 1914 http://www.osmanzengin.com/ESKi__iSTANBUL/kararkoy02.jpg - Postcard from 1920 http://www.osmanzengin.com/ESKi__iSTANBUL/tepebasi.jpg - Postcard from 1920 http://www.vicmart.com/ext/en/exrw/item=1416 - Ottoman medal from 1850 File:Aff_ciwl_orient_express4_jw.jpg - 1888-1889 season timetable of the Orient Express File:Ottoman conquests.jpg - Ottoman map from 1914, Public domain, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=7112828
1535 CE
Maltese Carnival
First known celebration of Carnival in Malta. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (16th century):
Valletta is the capital of Malta. Valletta is a traditional center of the Carnival You can use this images for free. But a link to the source: http://www.ploync.de/reisen/6360-karneval-in-valletta-auf-malta.html - I would be happy :) By Ronny Siegel - Own work, CC BY 3.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=29084540
1540 CE
Dragut
The Ottomans and Barbary corsairs under the command of Dragut attack Gozo, and 50 Gozitans are enslaved. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (16th century):
Istanbul - Estàtua de Turgut Reis sota el Palau de Topkapi By Josep Renalias - Own work, CC BY-SA 3.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=4511677
1541 CE
The Ottomans and Barbary corsairs attack
The Ottomans and Barbary corsairs attack Gozo. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (16th century):
1544 CE
Governor of Gozo
The Ottomans and Barbary corsairs under the command of Dragut attack Gozo. Dragut's brother is killed during a counterattack led by Governor of Gozo Giovanni Ximenes. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (16th century):
This media is about Maltese cultural property with inventory number 01239. By Mario Cucciardi - Own work, CC BY-SA 4.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=51413433
1545 CE
The Ottomans and Barbary corsairs attack
The Ottomans and Barbary corsairs attack Gozo. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (16th century):
1546 CE
The Ottomans and Barbary corsairs attack
The Ottomans and Barbary corsairs attack Gozo. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (16th century):
1547 CE
Marsaxlokk
The Ottomans and Barbary corsairs attack Gozo and attempt an invasion of Malta at Marsaxlokk under the command of Dragut. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (16th century):
Montage of various landmarks in Marsaxlokk, Malta By Xwejnusgozo (montage)Felix Koenig, Ies and Kritzolina (original photos) - Cropped from File:Malta - Marsaxlokk - Xatt is-Sajjieda - Harbour 14 ies.jpg, File:Delimara Lighthouse Nov 2014.JPG, File:Delimara Point Malta 2009.jpg, File:Malta - Marsaxlokk - Triq iz-Zejtun - Madonna ta' Pompei ex 01 ies.jpg, File:Malta - Marsaxlokk - Xatt is-Sajjieda - market 58 ies.jpg and File:Malta - Birzebbuga - Triq il-Qajjenza - St. Lucian Tower 01 ies.jpg, CC BY-SA 3.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=47794328
Jun 1, 1550 CE
Andrea Doria
Andrea Doria and Claude de la Sengle, bailli of the French langue of the Knights, capture and massacre the population of Mahdia, in Tunisia. (to September) Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (16th century):
Andrea Doria By Sebastiano del Piombo - Web Gallery of Art: Image Info about artworkwga QS:P11807,"s/sebastia/doria_a", Public domain, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=2713786
May 1, 1551 CE
Sinan Pasha
An Ottoman fleet under the command of Sinan Pasha, Salah Rais and Dragut commences a series of attacks on eastern Sicily and Malta, in revenge for the events in Mahdia. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (16th century):
قبر القبطان سنان باشا قائد البحرية العثمانية، عند جامع مهرماه بأسكودارـ اسطنبول By "Yahia" - Own work, CC BY-SA 4.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=115445203
Jan 14, 1552 CE
Fort Saint Elmo
Construction of Fort Saint Elmo, in what later became Valletta, commences. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (16th century):
Terrific drone shot I took today of the old town in Valette, Malta By Dion Hinchcliffe - https://www.flickr.com/photos/14966804@N03/39570984425, CC BY-SA 2.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=66777466
1553 CE
Mahdia
Charles V offers Mahdia to the Order of Saint John but the Order decline, so he orders the destruction of the city. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (16th century):
Mahdia Museum By Davide Mauro - Own work, CC BY-SA 4.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=86616686
Aug 21, 1557 CE
Jean Parisot de Valette
Jean Parisot de Valette is elected Grand Master of the Knights of Malta. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (16th century):
grand maître Jean de Valette par Antoine Favray - Palais des grands maîtres - La Vallette - Malte By Hamelin de Guettelet - Own work, CC BY-SA 3.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=170349475
1560 CE
Privateer
The Knights of Malta escalate their corsairing activities in the western Mediterranean. (to 1565) Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (16th century):
The Holy Inquisition is established in Malta. Domenico Cubelles is the first Inquisitor. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (16th century):
The Ottoman war council in Constantinople decrees that Malta is to be invaded and conquered. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (16th century):
The Ottoman flag and Turkey Republic Flag of 1844–1935. Late Ottoman flag which was made based on the historical documents listed in the Source section. Note that a five-pointed star was rarely used in the crescent-and-star symbol before the 19th century. By User:Orwellianist - File:German soldiers celebrate Christmas in Ottoman Empire during WW1.jpg File:Nordenfelt submarine Abdülhamid.jpg Ottoman submarine Abdülhamid (1886) File:Declaration of the 1908 Revolution in Ottoman Empire.png Photo from 1908 http://www.tayyareci.com/digerucaklar/turkiye/preww1/Bleriot%20XI%20b%20TuAF.jpg - Photo from 1912 http://www.manorhouse.clara.net/book2/chapter18.htm (image), alternative link - Photo from 1914 http://www.manorhouse.clara.net/book2/chapter21.htm image - Photo from 1914 File:SultanahmetMitingi.jpg Photo from 1919 http://www.tayyareci.com/digerucaklar/turkiye/ww1/gothawd12.jpg - Photo from 1915 http://www.tayyareci.com/digerucaklar/turkiye/ww1/gothawd2.jpg - Photo from 1915 http://www.tayyareci.com/digerucaklar/turkiye/ww1/gothawd13.jpg - Photo from 1915 http://www.tayyareci.com/digerucaklar/turkiye/ww1/sakir_feyzi_resimleri2.jpg - Photo from 1915 http://www.tayyareci.com/digerucaklar/turkiye/ww1/S.P.A.D13.JPG - Photo from 1918 http://www.tayyareci.com/digerucaklar/turkiye/kurtulus/fiat-r2.jpg - Photo from 1920 http://www.tayyareci.com/digerucaklar/turkiye/kurtulus/breguet14b2.jpg - Photo from 1922 http://www.tayyareci.com/digerucaklar/turkiye/kurtulus/nieuport27-2.jpg - Photo from 1922 File:Bundesarchiv Bild 146-2005-0086, Kaiser Wilhelm II in Konstantinopel.jpg File:Ceremony to decolate the flag of 27th Regiment with Imtiyaz Medals.jpg File:Ottoman troops with flag.jpg File:Ottoman Navy at the Golden Horn.jpg - Postcard from 1914 http://www.osmanzengin.com/ESKi__iSTANBUL/kararkoy02.jpg - Postcard from 1920 http://www.osmanzengin.com/ESKi__iSTANBUL/tepebasi.jpg - Postcard from 1920 http://www.vicmart.com/ext/en/exrw/item=1416 - Ottoman medal from 1850 File:Aff_ciwl_orient_express4_jw.jpg - 1888-1889 season timetable of the Orient Express File:Ottoman conquests.jpg - Ottoman map from 1914, Public domain, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=7112828
Mar 30, 1565 CE
Constantinople
Ottoman fleet leaves Constantinople for Malta; Queen Elizabeth remarks: "If the Turks should prevail against the Isle of Malta, it is uncertain what further peril might follow to the rest of Christendom." Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (16th century):
Topographical map of Constantinople during the Byzantine period. By Cplakidas - Own work using: Main map source: R. Janin, Constantinople Byzantine. Developpement urbain et repertoire topographique Road network and some other details based on Dumbarton Oaks Papers 54 Data on many churches, especially unidentified ones, taken from the New York University's The Byzantine Churches of Istanbul project Other published maps and accounts of the city have been used for corroboration., CC BY-SA 3.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=5084599
Mar 28, 1566 CE
Valletta
The founding of Malta's new capital city, Valletta. A general strengthening of Malta's fortifications is undertaken. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (16th century):
This media is about Maltese cultural property with inventory number 01587. By Mandyy88 - Own work, CC BY-SA 4.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=113500980
Barbary corsairs from Bizerte attack Gozo, sack Rabat, and enslave 70 people. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (16th century):
Bizerte bridge from south side(zarzouna) By khaled abdelmoumen - Flickr: bizerte bridge from south side(zarzouna), CC BY 2.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=18423469
May 7, 1592 CE
1592–1593 Malta plague epidemic
A plague epidemic begins, killing around 3,000 people until its end in September 1593. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (16th century):
This media is about Maltese cultural property with inventory number 00847. By Matthew Axiak - Own work, CC BY-SA 4.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=94490097
Garzes Tower built Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (17th century):
Map of the existing (black) and proposed (grey) fortifications in Mġarr Harbour, Gozo, Malta, in the mid-18th century By Xwejnusgozo (based on 18th century map by De Palmeus now in the National Library of Malta, reproduced here) - Own work, CC BY-SA 4.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=43871115
Feb 16, 1610 CE
Wignacourt towers
Wignacourt towers built (to 1620) Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (17th century):
Jul 6, 1614 CE
Raid of Żejtun
Razzia by the Ottoman Empire. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (17th century):
Facade of Chapel of St Gregory, Zejtun By User:Reuv1 - Own work, CC BY-SA 3.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=27835766
Aquaduct Mriehel, Malta By Continentaleurope - Own work, CC BY-SA 4.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=50334532
1616 CE
William Lithgow
William Lithgow reports that on a visit to Malta he "saw a Spanish soldier and a Maltese boy burnt in ashes, for the public profession of sodomy". The following day more than one hundred young men flee to Sicily for fear of suffering a similar fate. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (17th century):
In Europe, Asia, and Africa, during nineteen years. Glasgow : Printed for M'Kenzie & Hutchison, booksellers, 16, Saltmarket, [1818-1819?]. By Unknown author - https://digital.nls.uk/104185558, Public domain, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=88636347
1623 CE
1623 Malta plague outbreak
A plague outbreak kills around 40 people. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (17th century):
Sep 12, 1634 CE
1634 Valletta explosion
A gunpowder factory explosion in Valletta kills 22 people. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (17th century):
Triq il-Merkanti in Valletta, Malta By Frank Vincentz - Own work, CC BY-SA 3.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=32557270
1637 CE
Lascaris towers
Lascaris towers built (to 1652) Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (17th century):
1655 CE
1655 Malta plague outbreak
A plague outbreak kills 20 people. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (17th century):
Mar 1, 1658 CE
De Redin towers
De Redin towers built (to 1659) Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (17th century):
View from Ras il-Qawra in St. Paul's Bay over the Salina Bay to Ras il-Għallis, Għallis Tower and Magħtab Landfill at Tul il-Kosta in Naxxar, Malta By Frank Vincentz - Own work, CC BY-SA 3.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=33262504
1667 CE
Sopu Tower
Sopu Tower built Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (17th century):
This media is about Maltese cultural property with inventory number 00038. By Matthew Curmi - Own work, CC BY-SA 4.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=62068272
Jun 15, 1670 CE
Fort Ricasoli
Fort Ricasoli built (to 1693) Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (17th century):
Fort ricasoli from Upper Barraka By Pichemist - Own work, CC BY-SA 4.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=179405310
Dec 24, 1675 CE
1675–1676 Malta plague epidemic
A plague epidemic begins, killing around 11,300 people until its end in August 1676. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (17th century):
Painting showing St George protecting Gozo against the plague by Giovanni Battista Conti. By NickGeorge1993 - Own work, CC BY-SA 3.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=32564646
1710 CE
First grant in favour of locals
First grant in favour of locals (including a woman) of a title of nobility to have been created by the Grand Masters. On 24 December 1710, Grand Master Perellos granted the title of Baron of Gomerino jointly to Paolo and Beatrice Testaferrata. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (18th century):
1715 CE
Many coastal batteries and redoubts are
Many coastal batteries and redoubts are built Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (18th century):
1720 CE
Marsalforn Tower
Perellos Tower built Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (18th century):
Sep 14, 1723 CE
Fort Manoel
Fort Manoel built (to 1755) Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (18th century):
View from the Ferry Sliema - Valletta to Fort Manoel, Manoel Island in Gżira, Malta By Frank Vincentz - Own work, CC BY-SA 3.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=28308354
Jan 9, 1732 CE
Manoel Theatre
The Manoel Theatre (then known as the Teatro Pubblico) opens in Valletta with a performance of Scipione Maffei's classic tragedy Merope. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (18th century):
Facade of Manoel Theatre in Valletta By R Muscat - Manoel theatre Uploaded by Reuv1, CC BY-SA 2.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=31386800
Jul 7, 1733 CE
Sfax
Barbary corsairs from Sfax land at Ramla Bay, Gozo and enslave a family of 8 people. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (18th century):
Quasr Ben Romdhan By El Golli Mohamed - Own work, CC BY-SA 4.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=51960787
Jun 29, 1749 CE
Conspiracy of the Slaves
Conspiracy of the Slaves Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (18th century):
Grandmaster's Palace at Misraħ San Ġorġ, Triq ir-Repubblika in Valletta, Malta By Karelj - Own work, Public domain, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=38685839
1758 CE
Fort Chambray
Fort Chambray built Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (18th century):
Fort Chambray on Gozo, Malta, seen from Nadur By Sudika - Own work, CC BY-SA 3.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=20446450
1760 CE
Vincenza Matilde Testaferrata
After the death of the Baron Paolo Testaferrata, the office of 'Depositario' within the Inquisition was continued by his widow Vincenza Matilde Testaferrata. With the exception of a short period, she remained in office until 1778. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (18th century):
Sep 8, 1775 CE
Rising of the Priests
Rising of the Priests Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (18th century):
This media is about Maltese cultural property with inventory number 01686. By Diego Delso - Own work, CC BY-SA 4.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=122608584
1792 CE
Fort Tigné
Fort Tigné built Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (18th century):
View from a Malta sightseeing two harbours cruise boat to Fort Tigné in Sliema, Malta By Frank Vincentz - Own work, CC BY-SA 3.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=31921402
1797 CE
By a Papal brief dated 3
By a Papal brief dated 3 March 1797, Bishop Vincenzo Labini and all his successors in the diocese of Malta, were given the title of 'Bishop of Malta and Archbishop of Rhodes'. This privilege was suppressed in 1928, and the title was changed to 'Archbishop, Bishop of Malta'. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (18th century):
Jun 9, 1798 CE
Napoleon
Napoleon invades Malta. Mdina (Notbile) capitulates on 10 June. The act of capitulation of Mdina is signed on the one part by Vincenzo Barbara representing the French Republic and the Hakem together with the jurats representing the people. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (18th century):
Napoleon By Jacques-Louis David - zQEbF0AA9NhCXQ at Google Cultural Institute maximum zoom level, Public domain, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=22174172
1799 CE
Kingdom of Great Britain
Maltese uprising against the French following extensive pillaging of Maltese churches and cathedrals. Britain takes Malta under its protection, in the name of the Kingdom of the Two Sicilies. The Union Jack flies over Valletta for the first time, alongside the Neapolitan flag. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (18th century):
The pre-1801 Union Flag (of w:United Kingdom of Great Britain). By Hoshie - Made by Hoshie Sodipodi flag collection (original file) Dead link as of: 4FEB2009 Colours: vexilla mundi Dead link as of: 12DEC2007 (Archived from 12MAR2007) Proportions: Zscout370 and Madden, Public domain, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=365635
Sep 4, 1800 CE
Malta Protectorate
The French surrender. General Vaubois surrendered and with Rear Admiral Villeneuve, Major General Pigot and Captain Martin, signed the articles of Capitulation. Although 20,000 Maltese died during the uprising, not one Maltese was present to sign the document. Malta and Gozo become a Protectorate. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (18th century):
The flag of the United Kingdom using a 3:5 ratio. This flag is the Union Flag in the 3:5 ratio exclusively used on land. At sea, the correct ratio is 1:2. By Original: Acts of Union 1800 Vector: Yaddah - Design data from http://fotw.vexillum.com/flags/gb.html; original code is from Image:Flag of the United Kingdom (1-2).svg, Public domain, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=127049491
1801 CE
Paul I of Russia
Tsar Paul I of Russia demands the return of Malta to the Knights. A Statue of the great German leader is established for peace amends Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (19th century):
Emperor Paul I of Russia by Vladimir Borovikovsky By Vladimir Borovikovsky - https://www.gettyimages.com/detail/news-photo/portrait-of-the-emperor-paul-i-of-russia-1799-1800-news-photo/464427333, Public domain, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=86714941
1802 CE
First Declaration of Rights issued in
First Declaration of Rights issued in Malta: Dichiarazione dei Diritti degli Abitanti di Malta e Gozo, including the right to freedom of conscience under the rule of law. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (19th century):
Jul 18, 1806 CE
1806 Birgu polverista explosion
A gunpowder magazine explosion in Birgu kills around 200 people. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (19th century):
Site of the 1806 Birgu polverista explosion By Continentaleurope - Own work, CC BY-SA 4.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=86886057
Apr 4, 1807 CE
Froberg mutiny
Beginning of the Froberg mutiny at Fort Ricasoli. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (19th century):
Fort Ricasoli By Continentaleurope - Own work, CC BY-SA 4.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=57464217
Jun 23, 1809 CE
Alexander Ball
The first Maltese bank, the Anglo Maltese Bank, was formed by Maltese and British Merchants under the Governance of Rear Admiral Sir Alexander Ball. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (19th century):
Alexander Ball By Henry William Pickersgill - Royal Museums Greenwich, Public domain, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=20230553
1809 CE
Ball dies in October and is
Ball dies in October and is succeeded by the military commander, Major-General Hildebrand-Oakes. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (19th century):
May 1, 1812 CE
Formation of second Maltese bank, the
Formation of second Maltese bank, the Banco Di Malta, which was also known as Banco Maltese. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (19th century):
Mar 28, 1813 CE
1813–1814 Malta plague epidemic
A plague epidemic begins, killing around 4,500 people until its end in May 1814. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (19th century):
Żabbar Sanctuary Museum By Continentaleurope - Own work, CC BY-SA 4.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=59493541
1814 CE
Treaty of Paris
Under the Treaty of Paris, and subsequently ratified by the Congress of Vienna, Malta status as a British Crown Colony is confirmed. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (19th century):
Europe 1815. Political situation after the Congress of Vienna in June 1815. Please don't alter the map when you think there is something not written or depicted correctly. Leave a message at the talk page of the file. After a verificiation and a possible discussion, I will upload a new map version with all new changes. This prevents an unnecessary waste of disk space and ensures a good result, aesthetically and content-wise. - The author. By Alexander Altenhof - Own work. Source of Information: Historical atlases – Map "1815 - L'Europe après le Congrès de Vienne" (Author unknown)(Link) – Ramsay Muir, George Philip (ed.): Philip's New School Atlas of Universal History, George Philip & Son, Ltd., London 1928 – Dr. Walter Leisering (ed.): Putzger Historischer Weltatlas, Cornelsen Verlag, Berlin 1992, ISBN 3-464-00176-8 – Bayerischer Schulbuch-Verlag (ed.): Großer Historischer Weltatlas, Dritter Teil, Neuzeit, Bayerischer Schulbuch-Verlag, München 1981, ISBN 3-7627-6021-7. – Prof. Dr. Hans-Erich Stier, Prof. Dr. Ernst Kirsten a. o. (ed.): Großer Atlas zur Weltgeschichte, Orbis Verlag, München 1990, ISBN 3-7627-6021-7Other publications – Reinhard Stauber: Der Wiener Kongress, Böhlau Verlag, Wien/Köln/Weimar 2014, ISBN 978-3-8252-4095-0 – Thierry Lentz: 1815. Der Wiener Kongress und die Neugründung Europas, Siedler Verlag, München 2014, ISBN 978-3-8275-0027-4, CC BY-SA 4.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=50255845
Jun 20, 1831 CE
The diocese of Malta is separated
The diocese of Malta is separated from that of Palermo. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (19th century):
1835 CE
Malta was granted a Constitution providing
Malta was granted a Constitution providing for a Council of Government of seven members of whom three were to be nominated Maltese representatives. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (19th century):
Dec 30, 1836 CE
Roman Catholic
Second petition for a separate Roman Catholic diocese for Gozo is presented to Pope Gregory XVI. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (19th century):
Facing Saint Peter's basilica, Rome, Italy, Vatican City. By Jebulon - Own work, CC0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=30816994
1849 CE
Malta was granted a Constitution providing
Malta was granted a Constitution providing for a Council of Government of eighteen members of whom eight were to be elected by the people. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (19th century):
1853 CE
Crimean War
The Crimean War; Malta serves as a hospital base for wounded combatants, and acquires the nickname Nurse of the Mediterranean. (to 1856) Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (19th century):
The Attack on the Malakoff by w:William Simpson. Print shows the French assault on the Malakoff, the main Russian fortification before Sevastopolʹ, on 7 September 1855. French soldiers advance from the left, Zouaves from the left foreground, crossing the ditch and engaging Russian soldiers in hand-to-hand combat on the right. This was published on 22 October 1855, less than two months after the battle, which is about as contemporary to the event as mass-reproduced colour images got at the time. Français L'attaque de Malakoff par w:William Simpson. La gravure montre l'assaut sur Malakoff, la plus importante fortification russe devant Sébastopol, le 7 septembre 1855, au cours de la guerre de Crimée. Soldats français et Zouaves s'avancent, traversent le fossé, et engagent les soldats russes dans un combat au corps à corps. Ce document fut publié le 22 octobre 1855, moins de deux mois après l'événement, ce qui peut être considéré à l'époque comme contemporain pour ce type de reproduction de masse en couleurs. By William Simpson, artist (1823-1899) E[dmond]. Morin, lithographer (1824 - 1882), working for "Day & Son, lithrs. to the Queen" Published by: Paul & Dominic Colnaghi & Co., 13 & 14 Pall Mall East, publishers to Her Majesty Paris : Goupil & Cie. Leipzig: Otto Weigel - This image is available from the United States Library of Congress's Prints and Photographs division under the digital ID pga.03644.This tag does not indicate the copyright status of the attached work. A normal copyright tag is still required. See Commons:Licensing., Public domain, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=11245546
Jun 9, 1855 CE
Gozitan
Three Gozitan representatives personally petition Pope Pius IX for a separate Roman Catholic diocese for Gozo; the pontiff promises his support. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (19th century):
This image of Malta, captured by the Copernicus Sentinel-2B satellite is one of the first set of images delivered via Alphasat, which is in geostationary orbit 36 000 km above Earth. The image is a result of the two satellites using their optical communication instruments to transfer data via laser for fast delivery. This is essential for applications such as helping respond to disasters. By European Space Agency - http://www.esa.int/spaceinimages/Images/2017/06/Malta_from_space_via_laser, CC BY-SA 3.0 igo, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=113953582
Oct 25, 1860 CE
Colonial Office
The Colonial Office in London approves the establishment of a separate Roman Catholic diocese for Gozo. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (19th century):
' The New Foreign and India Offices: The Quadrangle', Full page engraving, Illustrated London News, 1866, 2931, 32 pages; Newspaper measuring 28cm x 41cm. Note: This illustration of the "Foreign and India Offices" was published by the Illustrated London News in 1866. Those two departments occupied this end of the building (the western or park side) while the Home and Colonial Offices occupied the eastern or Whitehall side. The whole edifice is now used by the Foreign and Commonwealth Office. The street along the left hand side of the building is Downing Street. By Illustrated London News - https://www.iln.org.uk/iln_years/year/1866.htm, Public domain, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=11054540
Sep 16, 1864 CE
Pope Pius IX
Pope Pius IX issues a papal bull entitled Singulari Amore (With remarkable love), separating the islands of Gozo and Comino from the diocese of Malta; seven days later, Michele Francesco Buttigieg is elected first Bishop of Gozo. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (19th century):
Papa Pio IX fotografato da Adolphe Braun in commemorazione dell'83° compleanno di Sua Santità By Adolphe Braun - Neue Zürcher Zeitung ([1]), Public domain, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=111906710
Nov 17, 1869 CE
Suez Canal
Opening of the Suez Canal. This greatly enhanced the importance of the Grand Harbour to British merchant marine and naval shipping. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (19th century):
Prelucrare 3D pentru La Valletta Harbour. By Asybaris01 - Topographic data SRTM from NASA and World Imagery - NASA World Wind, Public domain, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=16361820
1870 CE
railway
J.S. Tucker proposes the construction of a railway from Valletta to Mdina. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (19th century):
An Alaska Railroad train pulling oil cars through Nenana, Alaska By Carl Chapman from Phoenix - nenana-_MG_0006.jpg, CC BY-SA 2.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=11244095
1878 CE
21 titles of nobility were successfully
21 titles of nobility were successfully claimed by various individuals before a Royal Commission. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (19th century):
1880 CE
In education, "Anglicization" of Maltese students
In education, "Anglicization" of Maltese students becomes a matter of policy. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (19th century):
Feb 28, 1883 CE
Valletta
The Malta Railway service is inaugurated, with service from Valletta to Floriana, Ħamrun, Msida, Birkirkara, Lija, San Antonio, Attard, Mosta (San Salvatore), and Mdina. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (19th century):
This media is about Maltese cultural property with inventory number 01587. By Mandyy88 - Own work, CC BY-SA 4.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=113500980
Sep 8, 1885 CE
Ottoman Empire
(Otto Settembre) is recommended as a national holiday, commemorating the victory of the Knights and the Maltese over the Ottoman Empire in the Siege of Malta (1565). Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (19th century):
The Ottoman flag and Turkey Republic Flag of 1844–1935. Late Ottoman flag which was made based on the historical documents listed in the Source section. Note that a five-pointed star was rarely used in the crescent-and-star symbol before the 19th century. By User:Orwellianist - File:German soldiers celebrate Christmas in Ottoman Empire during WW1.jpg File:Nordenfelt submarine Abdülhamid.jpg Ottoman submarine Abdülhamid (1886) File:Declaration of the 1908 Revolution in Ottoman Empire.png Photo from 1908 http://www.tayyareci.com/digerucaklar/turkiye/preww1/Bleriot%20XI%20b%20TuAF.jpg - Photo from 1912 http://www.manorhouse.clara.net/book2/chapter18.htm (image), alternative link - Photo from 1914 http://www.manorhouse.clara.net/book2/chapter21.htm image - Photo from 1914 File:SultanahmetMitingi.jpg Photo from 1919 http://www.tayyareci.com/digerucaklar/turkiye/ww1/gothawd12.jpg - Photo from 1915 http://www.tayyareci.com/digerucaklar/turkiye/ww1/gothawd2.jpg - Photo from 1915 http://www.tayyareci.com/digerucaklar/turkiye/ww1/gothawd13.jpg - Photo from 1915 http://www.tayyareci.com/digerucaklar/turkiye/ww1/sakir_feyzi_resimleri2.jpg - Photo from 1915 http://www.tayyareci.com/digerucaklar/turkiye/ww1/S.P.A.D13.JPG - Photo from 1918 http://www.tayyareci.com/digerucaklar/turkiye/kurtulus/fiat-r2.jpg - Photo from 1920 http://www.tayyareci.com/digerucaklar/turkiye/kurtulus/breguet14b2.jpg - Photo from 1922 http://www.tayyareci.com/digerucaklar/turkiye/kurtulus/nieuport27-2.jpg - Photo from 1922 File:Bundesarchiv Bild 146-2005-0086, Kaiser Wilhelm II in Konstantinopel.jpg File:Ceremony to decolate the flag of 27th Regiment with Imtiyaz Medals.jpg File:Ottoman troops with flag.jpg File:Ottoman Navy at the Golden Horn.jpg - Postcard from 1914 http://www.osmanzengin.com/ESKi__iSTANBUL/kararkoy02.jpg - Postcard from 1920 http://www.osmanzengin.com/ESKi__iSTANBUL/tepebasi.jpg - Postcard from 1920 http://www.vicmart.com/ext/en/exrw/item=1416 - Ottoman medal from 1850 File:Aff_ciwl_orient_express4_jw.jpg - 1888-1889 season timetable of the Orient Express File:Ottoman conquests.jpg - Ottoman map from 1914, Public domain, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=7112828
1887 CE
Constitution of 1887 provides that four
Constitution of 1887 provides that four members in the Council of members were to represent the clergy, the nobility and landed proprietors, university graduates and the merchants. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (19th century):
Mar 31, 1890 CE
Malta Railway Company Ltd. is declared
Malta Railway Company Ltd. is declared bankrupt. The Malta Railway is closed. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (19th century):
Feb 25, 1892 CE
The Malta Railway reopens, under government
The Malta Railway reopens, under government management. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (19th century):
1900 CE
Mtarfa
The Malta Railway line is extended to Mtarfa Barracks. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (19th century):
Bird's eye view of Mtarfa, Malta By Sudika - Own work, CC BY-SA 3.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=20447543
Feb 23, 1905 CE
Valletta
An electric tramway service is introduced in Malta by McCartney, McElroy & Co. Ltd., connecting Valletta, the Three Cities, and Żebbuġ and Ħamrun. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (20th century):
This media is about Maltese cultural property with inventory number 01587. By Mandyy88 - Own work, CC BY-SA 4.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=113500980
Jul 1, 1908 CE
Malta Tramways Limited assumes operations of
Malta Tramways Limited assumes operations of the electric tramway service. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (20th century):
Dec 28, 1908 CE
1908 Messina earthquake
A tsunami associated with the 1908 Messina earthquake rushed into Marsamxett Harbour and damaged property in Msida. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (20th century):
Detail from: Underwood & Underwood - "Il lungomare, un tempo bellissimo, dopo il terremoto. "The once beautiful Water-front after the earthquake. Digging for bodies. Messina, Sicily, Italy". Stereo card, catalogue # 10495. By Underwood & Underwood - Scan from the original work, Public domain, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=1672238
1912 CE
Enrico Mizzi
Dr. Enrico Mizzi, a staunch supporter of the italianità of Malta, proposes in a journal article that Britain could exchange Malta for Eritrea with Italy, on the understanding that Britain would be granted access to Maltese harbours and facilities. The article proposes an Italo-Maltese federation, with elected Maltese representatives in the Italian parliament. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (20th century):
Dr Enrico Mizzi By Unknown author - https://www.gov.mt/en/Government/Government%20of%20Malta/Prime%20Ministers%20of%20Malta/Pages/Dr-Enrico-Mizzi.aspx, Public domain, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=45838226
1914 CE
World War I
Throughout World War I, especially following the failed invasion of Gallipoli, many casualties are shipped to hospitals in Malta, resuming its role as the Nurse of the Mediterranean. (to 1918) Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (20th century):
French soldiers moving into attack from their trench during the Battle of Verdun, 1916. By Collection DocAnciens/docpix.fr - www.docpix.fr, Public domain, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=45603415
1917 CE
Enrico Mizzi
Dr. Enrico Mizzi is court-martialled for sedition, and sentenced to one year imprisonment. His sentence is subsequently commuted, and a pardon is issued. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (20th century):
Dr Enrico Mizzi By Unknown author - https://www.gov.mt/en/Government/Government%20of%20Malta/Prime%20Ministers%20of%20Malta/Pages/Dr-Enrico-Mizzi.aspx, Public domain, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=45838226
Jun 7, 1919 CE
Sette Giugno
Sette Giugno protests over increases in the price of bread. British soldiers fire on the crowd and kill four Maltese protesters, during a violent riot instigated by students. The protests lead to greater autonomy for the Maltese. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (20th century):
The Sette Giugno monument in its original location. By Reuv (talk) - Own work (Original text: I created this work entirely by myself.), CC BY-SA 3.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=10565115
Apr 14, 1921 CE
Constitution of 1921 is promulgated, and
Constitution of 1921 is promulgated, and it grants autonomy by providing for a bicameral legislature with the power to legislate on all matters not considered "reserved" for colonial interest. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (20th century):
Dec 15, 1929 CE
The Malta Tramway service is terminated.
The Malta Tramway service is terminated. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (20th century):
1930 CE
The 1921 Constitution is suspended.
The 1921 Constitution is suspended. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (20th century):
1934 CE
Maltese language
English and Maltese are declared the official languages of Malta, to the exclusion of Italian which had been the primary language of government, commerce, education and culture in Malta for more than 800 years. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (20th century):
Maltese language By Fobos92 - Own work, CC BY-SA 4.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=17194164
1935 CE
Benito Mussolini
Mussolini's Abyssinian War and intervention on the side of Franco in the Spanish Civil War ends any possibility of reconciliation between Italy and the United Kingdom. (to 1939) Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (20th century):
Portrait of Benito Mussolini from the second edition of Adolf Dresler's Mussolini als Journalist (1939). By Unknown author, Public domain, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=23248175
1940 CE
World War II
Throughout World War II, Malta plays an important role due to the strategic location of the Grand Harbour at the crossroads of the Axis shipping lanes. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (20th century):
For documentary purposes the German Federal Archive often retained the original image captions, which may be erroneous, biased, obsolete or politically extreme. German Stuka dive bombers over the Eastern Front, World War II. A destroyed city is seen in the foreground (below the Junkers Ju 87s) By Richard Opitz - This image was provided to Wikimedia Commons by the German Federal Archive (Deutsches Bundesarchiv) as part of a cooperation project. The German Federal Archive guarantees an authentic representation only using the originals (negative and/or positive), resp. the digitalization of the originals as provided by the Digital Image Archive., CC BY-SA 3.0 de, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=5477308
Feb 1, 1942 CE
William Dobbie
Governor Dobbie issues a warrant for the deportation, exile and internment in Uganda of 47 Maltese (including Dr. Enrico Mizzi) who were suspected of pro-Italian sentiments. (to 8 March) Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (20th century):
A crop of Photo GM786 in the Imperial War Museum collection. Official photograph. Caption reads "Dobbie seated at his desk, on the conclusion of his Governorship of Malta." May, 1942. By British government - Malta Family History. Site: http://website.lineone.net/~stephaniebidmead/eyewitness1940.htm Transferred from en.wikipedia to Commons by User:Zscout370 using CommonsHelper., Public domain, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=15177367
Jun 6, 1943 CE
USAAF
The 21st Engineer Aviation Regiment of the USAAF arrives on Gozo to construct a landing strip at Xewkija in preparation for the Allied invasion of Italy; the airfield is constructed in 18 days. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (20th century):
"Army Air Corps symbol, also known as the Hap Arnold wings (color). The Hap Arnold Wings are the legacy brand of the Air Force and trademarks of the USAF. Permission to use it for commercial use and advertising (free or paid) is required." -Air Force & Space Force Intellectual Property Management By United States Air Force - [1]www.trademark.af.mil (Archive URL) (Direct archive URL of image), Public domain, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=989092
1944 CE
Pope Pius XII
The diocese of Malta is elevated to a Metropolitan See by Pope Pius XII. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (20th century):
Pope Pius XII By Michael Pitcairn - Postimages, Public domain, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=139350754
Jan 30, 1945 CE
Malta Conference
Malta Conference (1945); President Franklin D. Roosevelt of the United States and Prime Minister Winston Churchill of the United Kingdom meet on Malta to plan the final campaign against the Germans with the combined Chiefs of Staff, and to prepare for the Yalta Conference. (to 3 February) Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (20th century):
Malta Conference By Unknown authorUnknown author or not provided - U.S. National Archives and Records Administration, Public domain, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=17096407
1946 CE
A National Assembly is created.
A National Assembly is created. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (20th century):
1947 CE
Self-Government
Restoration of Self-Government. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (20th century):
View of Nuuk, Katuaq in the foreground. By Visit Greenland from Nuuk, Greenland - Nuuk fotos af GTE11, CC BY 2.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=30610479
Dec 1, 1955 CE
A Round Table Conference is held
A Round Table Conference is held in London, on the future of Malta. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (20th century):
Feb 14, 1956 CE
referendum
A referendum is held on the integration of Malta into the United Kingdom: 75% vote 'Yes'; however, the result is deemed to be questionable due to a boycott by 40% of the electorate in response to concerns raised by opposition parties and by the Catholic Church. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (20th century):
Pike Place Market Initiative flyer, Seattle, Washington, 1971. Sketch is by Victor Steinbrueck. His is also named on the flyer as the president of the Alliance for a Living Market. By Seattle Municipal Archives from Seattle, WA - Seattle Municipal Archives, Public domain, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=83349431
1957 CE
Grand Harbour
Closure of the British naval docks in Grand Harbour has a devastating effect on the Maltese economy, leading to high unemployment at a time when a quarter of the workforce was employed in defence related activities. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (20th century):
Prelucrare 3D pentru La Valletta Harbour. By Asybaris01 - Topographic data SRTM from NASA and World Imagery - NASA World Wind, Public domain, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=16361820
1958 CE
Valletta
Talks between Valletta and Whitehall regarding the integration proposal break down. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (20th century):
This media is about Maltese cultural property with inventory number 01587. By Mandyy88 - Own work, CC BY-SA 4.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=113500980
1959 CE
Malta is granted an Interim Constitution,
Malta is granted an Interim Constitution, providing for the creation of an Executive Council. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (20th century):
1961 CE
self-government
The State of Malta is created pursuant to the Blood Constitution, which provides for a measure of self-government. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (20th century):
View of Nuuk, Katuaq in the foreground. By Visit Greenland from Nuuk, Greenland - Nuuk fotos af GTE11, CC BY 2.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=30610479
Sep 21, 1964 CE
independence
Malta is granted independence from the United Kingdom as a Constitutional Monarchy, with Queen Elizabeth II as its Head of State. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (20th century):
John Trumbull's painting, Declaration of Independence, depicting the five-man drafting committee of the Declaration of Independence presenting their work to the Congress. The painting can be found on the back of the U.S. $2 bill. The original hangs in the US Capitol rotunda. It does not represent a real ceremony; the characters portrayed were never in the same room at the same time. By John Trumbull - US Capitol, Public domain, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=180069
1965 CE
Council of Europe
Malta joins the Council of Europe. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (20th century):
The Flag of Europe is the flag and emblem of the European Union (EU) and Council of Europe (CoE). It consists of a circle of 12 golden (yellow) stars on a blue background. It was created in 1955 by the CoE and adopted by the EU, then the European Communities, in the 1980s. The CoE and EU are distinct in membership and nature. The CoE is an international organisation with 46 members, dealing with human rights and rule of law, while the EU is a quasi-federal union of 27 states, focused on economic integration and political cooperation. Today, the flag is mostly associated with the latter. It was the intention of the CoE that the flag should come to represent Europe as a whole, and since its adoption the membership of the CoE covers nearly the entire Europe by the number of states involved, although only a little over half of the European continent by territory. This is why the EU adopted the same flag. The flag has been used to represent Europe in sporting events and as a pro-democracy banner outside the European Union. By User:Verdy p, User:-xfi-, User:Paddu, User:Nightstallion, User:Funakoshi, User:Jeltz, User:Dbenbenn, User:Zscout370 - File created by various Wikimedia users (see "Author"). File based on the specification given at [1]., Public domain, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=2615952
1970 CE
European Community
Malta becomes an Associate member of the European Community. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (20th century):
The Flag of Europe is the flag and emblem of the European Union (EU) and Council of Europe (CoE). It consists of a circle of 12 golden (yellow) stars on a blue background. It was created in 1955 by the CoE and adopted by the EU, then the European Communities, in the 1980s. The CoE and EU are distinct in membership and nature. The CoE is an international organisation with 46 members, dealing with human rights and rule of law, while the EU is a quasi-federal union of 27 states, focused on economic integration and political cooperation. Today, the flag is mostly associated with the latter. It was the intention of the CoE that the flag should come to represent Europe as a whole, and since its adoption the membership of the CoE covers nearly the entire Europe by the number of states involved, although only a little over half of the European continent by territory. This is why the EU adopted the same flag. The flag has been used to represent Europe in sporting events and as a pro-democracy banner outside the European Union. By User:Verdy p, User:-xfi-, User:Paddu, User:Nightstallion, User:Funakoshi, User:Jeltz, User:Dbenbenn, User:Zscout370 - File created by various Wikimedia users (see "Author"). File based on the specification given at [1]., Public domain, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=2615952
1971 CE
Capital punishment
Capital punishment for murder abolished. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (20th century):
إعدام الملك لويس السادس عشر في الميدان الذي عُرف لاحقًا بميدان الكونكورد، يوم 21 كانون الثاني (يناير) 1793م By Isidore Stanislas Helman / After Charles Monnet - Bibliothèque nationale de France, Public domain, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=17446087
1972 CE
NATO
Malta enters into a Military Base Agreement with the United Kingdom and other NATO countries. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (20th century):
NATO/OTAN Logo. Source converted by Imalipusram By Unknown author - Rotated version of File:NATO_OTAN_portrait_logo.svg, Public domain, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=18466386
1973 CE
homosexuality
Malta decriminalises homosexuality. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (20th century):
Gender symbols for homosexuality (lesbians & gay men). By I would appreciate being notified if you use my work outside Wikimedia. Do not copy this image illegally by ignoring the terms of the license below, as it is not in the public domain. If you would like special permission to use, license, or purchase the image please contact me to negotiate terms. More of my work can be found in my personal gallery. - Own work, CC BY-SA 3.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=9969963
Dec 13, 1974 CE
Republic
Malta becomes a Republic, with the last Governor-General, Sir Anthony Mamo, serving as its first President. Malta remains a member of the Commonwealth of Nations. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (20th century):
Portrait of Anthony Mamo provided by the government of Malta. By Department of Information, Malta - OTRS photosubmission, CC BY-SA 3.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=99178733
Jun 25, 1975 CE
Malta withdraws recognition of titles of
Malta withdraws recognition of titles of nobility. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (20th century):
Mar 31, 1979 CE
Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh
Freedom Day, Termination of the Military Base Agreement. The Duke of Edinburgh oversees the departure of the last British forces from Malta. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (20th century):
HRH The Duke of Edinburgh taken in the Chinese room Buckingham Palace By Allan Warren - Own work, CC BY-SA 3.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=19369770
Dec 21, 1981 CE
Malta Labour Party
In the national election, the Malta Labour Party remained in Government notwithstanding the fact that 51% of the electorate voted in favour of the Partit Nazzjonalista. In the wake of this result, the constitution is amended to provide a mechanism whereby the party with a majority of the popular vote would be awarded a sufficient number of additional seats to give it a legislative majority. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (20th century):
English: Logo of the Nationalist Party of Malta By Nationalist Party (Malta) - Partit Nazzjonalista, http://www.pn.org.mt/, PD, https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?curid=61546752
Jul 16, 1990 CE
Malta applies to join the European
Malta applies to join the European Union. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (20th century):
1993 CE
Local Councils are re-established in Malta.
Local Councils are re-established in Malta. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (20th century):
Oct 1, 1996 CE
Malta Labour Party
The new Labour government suspends Malta's EU application. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (20th century):
Sep 1, 1998 CE
Nationalist Party
The new Nationalist government reactivates Malta's EU application. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (20th century):
English: Logo of the Nationalist Party of Malta By Nationalist Party (Malta) - Partit Nazzjonalista, http://www.pn.org.mt/, PD, https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?curid=61546752
2000 CE
Capital punishment
Capital punishment abolished from military code of Malta. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (20th century):
إعدام الملك لويس السادس عشر في الميدان الذي عُرف لاحقًا بميدان الكونكورد، يوم 21 كانون الثاني (يناير) 1793م By Isidore Stanislas Helman / After Charles Monnet - Bibliothèque nationale de France, Public domain, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=17446087
Mar 8, 2003 CE
European Union
A referendum regarding Malta joining the European Union results in 143,094 votes cast in favour and 123,628 against Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (21st century):
The Flag of Europe is the flag and emblem of the European Union (EU) and Council of Europe (CoE). It consists of a circle of 12 golden (yellow) stars on a blue background. It was created in 1955 by the CoE and adopted by the EU, then the European Communities, in the 1980s. The CoE and EU are distinct in membership and nature. The CoE is an international organisation with 46 members, dealing with human rights and rule of law, while the EU is a quasi-federal union of 27 states, focused on economic integration and political cooperation. Today, the flag is mostly associated with the latter. It was the intention of the CoE that the flag should come to represent Europe as a whole, and since its adoption the membership of the CoE covers nearly the entire Europe by the number of states involved, although only a little over half of the European continent by territory. This is why the EU adopted the same flag. The flag has been used to represent Europe in sporting events and as a pro-democracy banner outside the European Union. By User:Verdy p, User:-xfi-, User:Paddu, User:Nightstallion, User:Funakoshi, User:Jeltz, User:Dbenbenn, User:Zscout370 - File created by various Wikimedia users (see "Author"). File based on the specification given at [1]., Public domain, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=2615952
May 1, 2004 CE
Malta joins the European Union.
Malta joins the European Union. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (21st century):
Jan 1, 2008 CE
euro
Malta adopts the euro, which replaces the Maltese lira. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (21st century):
Euro Banknotes Europa series as of 28th May 2019 By The RedBurn - File:EUR 5 obverse (2013 issue).png, File:EUR 10 obverse (2014 issue).png, File:The Europa series 20 € obverse side.jpg, File:The Europa series 50 € obverse side.png, File:The Europa series 100 € obverse side.jpg, File:The Europa series 200 € obverse side.jpg, ECB decisions ECB/2003/4 and ECB/2003/5, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=190054230
May 28, 2011 CE
divorce
Malta votes in favour of divorce in a referendum. Parliament approved the law on 25 July and the law came into effect on 1 October. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (21st century):
Oct 24, 2016 CE
2016 Malta Fairchild Merlin crash
Worst civil aviation crash of the islands, the 2016 Malta Fairchild Merlin crash, occurred. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (21st century):
2020 CE
COVID-19 pandemic
The COVID-19 pandemic strikes in Malta. Source — Wikipedia, "Timeline of Maltese history" (21st century):
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