The Ariane 4 rocket is launched on its maiden flight.
The Ariane 4 rocket is launched on its maiden flight.
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1940
World War II: Operation Aerial begins: Allied troops start to evacuate France, following Germany's…
World War II: Operation Aerial begins: Allied troops start to evacuate France, following Germany's takeover of Paris and most of the nation.
1931
Birth of Joseph Gilbert
Born: Joseph Gilbert, English air marshal.
1920
Following the 1920 Schleswig plebiscites, Northern Schleswig is transferred from Germany to Denmark.
Following the 1920 Schleswig plebiscites, Northern Schleswig is transferred from Germany to Denmark.
1834
The looting of Safed commences.
The looting of Safed commences.
1312
At the Battle of Rozgony, King Charles I of Hungary wins a decisive victory over the family of Palatine…
At the Battle of Rozgony, King Charles I of Hungary wins a decisive victory over the family of Palatine Amade Aba.
970
Death of Adalbert
Died: Adalbert, bishop of Passau.
763 BCE
Assyrians record a solar eclipse that is later used to fix the chronology of Mesopotamian history.
Assyrians record a solar eclipse that is later used to fix the chronology of Mesopotamian history.
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