ČSA Flight 511 crashes at Casablanca–Anfa Airport in Morocco, killing 72.
ČSA Flight 511 crashes at Casablanca–Anfa Airport in Morocco, killing 72.
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1938
Birth of Wieger Mensonides
Born: Wieger Mensonides, Dutch swimmer.
1913
The Second Revolution breaks out against the Beiyang government, as Li Liejun proclaims Jiangxi…
The Second Revolution breaks out against the Beiyang government, as Li Liejun proclaims Jiangxi independent from the Republic of China.
1862
The Medal of Honor is authorized by the United States Congress.
The Medal of Honor is authorized by the United States Congress.
1576
Mughal Empire annexes Bengal after defeating the Bengal Sultanate at the Battle of Rajmahal.
Mughal Empire annexes Bengal after defeating the Bengal Sultanate at the Battle of Rajmahal.
1489
Death of Bahlul Lodi
Died: Bahlul Lodi, sultan of Delhi.
526
Election of Pope Felix IV following the death of Pope John I earlier that year.
Election of Pope Felix IV following the death of Pope John I earlier that year.
70
The armies of Titus attack the walls of Jerusalem after a six-month siege. Three days later they breach…
The armies of Titus attack the walls of Jerusalem after a six-month siege. Three days later they breach the walls, which enables the army to destroy the Second Temple.
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