Robert K. Preston, a disgruntled U.S. Army private, buzzes the White House in a stolen helicopter.
Robert K. Preston, a disgruntled U.S. Army private, buzzes the White House in a stolen helicopter.
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1966
Aeroflot Flight 065 crashes during take-off from Sheremetyevo International Airport, killing 21.
Aeroflot Flight 065 crashes during take-off from Sheremetyevo International Airport, killing 21.
1949
Chaim Weizmann begins his term as the first President of Israel.
Chaim Weizmann begins his term as the first President of Israel.
1913
The Armory Show opens in New York City, displaying works of artists who subsequently become some of the…
The Armory Show opens in New York City, displaying works of artists who subsequently become some of the most influential painters of the early 20th century.
1849
Birth of Joseph Favre
Born: Joseph Favre, Swiss chef (died 1903).
1819
The United States House of Representatives passes the Missouri Compromise for the first time.
The United States House of Representatives passes the Missouri Compromise for the first time.
1371
Death of Ivan Alexander of Bulgaria
Died: Ivan Alexander of Bulgaria.
1370
Northern Crusades: Grand Duchy of Lithuania and the Teutonic Knights meet in the Battle of Rudau.
Northern Crusades: Grand Duchy of Lithuania and the Teutonic Knights meet in the Battle of Rudau.
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