The Financial Institutions Reform, Recovery, and Enforcement Act of 1989, a measure to rescue the United States savings and loan industry is signed into law by President Bush, launching the largest …

What happened and who was famous in 1989? Browse important and historic events, world leaders, famous birthdays and notable deaths from the year 1989.

Sep 25, 2024 · From political shifts and technological advancements to cultural breakthroughs, these events shape the world and influence the future. In this comprehensive overview, we'll explore the …

Feb 7, 2025 · A year full of political tensions, 1989 was a turbulent time. Salman Rushdie’s Whitbread Award winning novel The Satanic Verses caused tension between the UK and Iran, while political …

Major Events of 1989 Free election held for Soviet Congress of Deputies Solidarity wins elections in Poland Berlin Wall comes down Havel becomes president of Czechoslovakia Nicole Ceausecu …

Scholar Interviews Four scholars focus on the history & events surrounding 1989 through primary sources.

Iran's Ayatollah Khomeini declares author Salman Rushdie's book The Satanic Verses offensive and sentences him to death (Feb. 14). Tens of thousands of Chinese students take over Beijing 's …

Nov 7, 2025 · Discover 23 intriguing facts about the year 1989, a pivotal year in history marked by significant global events and cultural milestones.

Jul 2, 2025 · Beyond the often-cited fall of the Berlin Wall, 1989 witnessed key developments within the US across economics, politics, and culture, many of which laid the groundwork for the digital age. …

Historical events from year 1989. Learn about 754 famous, scandalous and important events that happened in 1989 or search by date or keyword.