Over the Sinai Desert, Israeli fighter aircraft shoot down Libyan Arab Airlines Flight 114 jet killing 108…
Over the Sinai Desert, Israeli fighter aircraft shoot down Libyan Arab Airlines Flight 114 jet killing 108 people.
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1972
The Soviet uncrewed spaceship Luna 20 lands on the Moon.
The Soviet uncrewed spaceship Luna 20 lands on the Moon.
1952
The British government, under Winston Churchill, abolishes identity cards in the UK to "set the people free".
The British government, under Winston Churchill, abolishes identity cards in the UK to "set the people free".
1937
Birth of Gary Lockwood
Born: Gary Lockwood, American actor.
1921
Rezā Shāh takes control of Tehran during a successful coup.
Rezā Shāh takes control of Tehran during a successful coup.
1862
American Civil War: Battle of Valverde is fought near Fort Craig in New Mexico Territory.
American Civil War: Battle of Valverde is fought near Fort Craig in New Mexico Territory.
1513
Death of Pope Julius II
Died: Pope Julius II (born 1443).
1245
Thomas, the first known Bishop of Finland, is granted resignation after confessing to torture and forgery.
Thomas, the first known Bishop of Finland, is granted resignation after confessing to torture and forgery.
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