Author Biography: Daisybod

Only once since its conception in 1947 has the Doomsday Clock been closer to midnight than it is today - and that was in 1954. Do you know why? And what else happened that year? Good Luck!

1939 saw the start of the Second World War in Europe, and while this quiz acknowledges that, see if you know, or can guess, what else happened in this eventful year. Good Luck!

Mention 1966 to most Brits and we'll instantly recall that we beat Germany in the final of the World Cup! But see if you know, or can guess, what else happened in the world that year. If you're not from the UK you may struggle. Good Luck!

While this quiz may give a passing nod to the insanity that rocked Europe in 1914, a lot of other events happened in the world that year. See if you know, or can guess, what they might be. Good Luck!