World Events

Posted in 1904

  • Map of Canal Zone, PanamaA clash of interests over Korea brings war between Russia and Japan. Britain and the USA support Japan, while France supports Russia.
  • After supporting Panama's independence from Colombia, USA begins work on the Panama Canal.
  • James Barrie writes Peter Pan.
  • Puccini composes Madame Butterfly.

 

 

Composer Giacomo Puccini