On This Day in History, June 13 stands out for events that influenced empires, law, diplomacy, politics and global affairs. The death of Alexander the Great marked the end of one of history's most consequential reigns, while the signing of the Anglo-Portuguese alliance created a diplomatic relationship that endures to this day. The date also witnessed landmark developments in civil rights and criminal justice in the United States, including Thurgood Marshall's Supreme Court nomination and the Miranda ruling. In modern times, a historic meeting between the leaders of North and South Korea, major cultural moments and unprecedented political and corporate developments further cemented June 13's place in history.
