The Jupiter Icy Moons Explorer (JUICE) is launched by the European Space Agency.
The Jupiter Icy Moons Explorer (JUICE) is launched by the European Space Agency.
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1988
The USS Samuel B. Roberts strikes a mine in the Persian Gulf during Operation Earnest Will.
The USS Samuel B. Roberts strikes a mine in the Persian Gulf during Operation Earnest Will.
1940
World War II: Royal Marines land in Namsos, Norway, preceding a larger force which will arrive two days later.
World War II: Royal Marines land in Namsos, Norway, preceding a larger force which will arrive two days later.
1935
Birth of John Oliver
Born: John Oliver, English bishop.
1865
U.S. President Abraham Lincoln is shot in Ford's Theatre by John Wilkes Booth; Lincoln dies the following day.
U.S. President Abraham Lincoln is shot in Ford's Theatre by John Wilkes Booth; Lincoln dies the following day.
1574
Death of Louis of Nassau
Died: Louis of Nassau (born 1538).
69
Vitellius, commanding Rhine-based armies, defeats Roman emperor Otho in the First Battle of Bedriacum to…
Vitellius, commanding Rhine-based armies, defeats Roman emperor Otho in the First Battle of Bedriacum to take power over Rome.
43 BCE
Legions loyal to the Roman Senate, commanded by Gaius Pansa, defeat the forces of Mark Antony in the…
Legions loyal to the Roman Senate, commanded by Gaius Pansa, defeat the forces of Mark Antony in the Battle of Forum Gallorum.
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