South Africa grants independence to Bophuthatswana, although it is not recognized by any other country.
South Africa grants independence to Bophuthatswana, although it is not recognized by any other country.
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1969
Altamont Free Concert: At a free concert performed by the Rolling Stones, eighteen-year old Meredith…
Altamont Free Concert: At a free concert performed by the Rolling Stones, eighteen-year old Meredith Hunter is stabbed to death by Hells Angels security guards.
1939
Winter War: The Red Army's advance on the Karelian Isthmus is stopped by Finns at the Mannerheim Line…
Winter War: The Red Army's advance on the Karelian Isthmus is stopped by Finns at the Mannerheim Line during the Battle of Taipale.
1912
The Nefertiti Bust is discovered.
The Nefertiti Bust is discovered.
1897
London becomes the world's first city to host licensed taxicabs.
London becomes the world's first city to host licensed taxicabs.
1421
Birth of Henry VI of England
Born: Henry VI of England (died 1471).
1352
Death of Pope Clement VI
Died: Pope Clement VI (born 1291).
1060
Béla I is crowned king of Hungary.
Béla I is crowned king of Hungary.
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