May 13, 1917: When Belief Became a Destination

When people return to the same place for the same reason, something changes.On May 13, 1917, three children in Fátima, Portugal described an encounter that began drawing visitors to a rural field. Over time, those repeated visits transformed the location into a global destination, supporting millions of annual visitors and demonstrating how belief and behavior can create lasting economic systems.From bsnsHistory, the daily podcast about the moments when business quietly reshaped the world.Written and hosted by Ron Trucks. Research and editing by Rodney Russ. Sound design by Angela Cahoy. Music by Cody Martin and Soundstripe.For more daily business stories, visit www.bsnsDAILYpodcasts.com