Retrograde in History · 1892
Triple Entente
On August 17, 1892, Mercury was mid-loop — retrograde in Virgo, tracing backward through 9°59′ of the sign.
WhenAugust 17, 1892♍︎Virgo 9°59′Rx windowAug 12 – Sep 4, 1892
The record
early 20th century alliance between France, Russia and the United Kingdom
Born inside this same window
Coincidence, not causation: the date is real and ephemeris-based, but a retrograde window is observed, never blamed. For entertainment, not navigation.