30: Scholars’ estimate for Jesus’ crucifixion by Roman troops in Jerusalem [or April 3]
529: First draft of Corpus Juris Civilis (fundamental work in jurisprudence) issued by Eastern Roman Emperor Justinian I
1948: World Health Organization formed by the United Nations
1954: US President Dwight D. Eisenhower in news conference is first to voice fear of a “domino-effect” of communism in Indo-China
1969: The Internet’s symbolic birth date: publication of RFC 1
1999: The World Trade Organisation rules in favor of the United States in its long-running trade dispute with the European Union over bananas
Source: Onthisday.com
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