The people of Gibraltar vote to remain a British dependency rather than becoming part of Spain.
The people of Gibraltar vote to remain a British dependency rather than becoming part of Spain.
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1943
World War II: In the course of Operation Achse, German troops begin their occupation of Rome.
World War II: In the course of Operation Achse, German troops begin their occupation of Rome.
1932
The New York City Subway's third competing subway system, the municipally owned IND, is opened.
The New York City Subway's third competing subway system, the municipally owned IND, is opened.
1858
George Mary Searle discovers the asteroid 55 Pandora.
George Mary Searle discovers the asteroid 55 Pandora.
1622
Fifty-five Christians are executed in Nagasaki during the Great Genna Martyrdom.
Fifty-five Christians are executed in Nagasaki during the Great Genna Martyrdom.
1487
Birth of Pope Julius III
Born: Pope Julius III (died 1555).
1382
Death of Louis I of Hungary
Died: Louis I of Hungary (born 1326).
422
Election of pope Celestine I following the death of pope Boniface I earlier that month.
Election of pope Celestine I following the death of pope Boniface I earlier that month.
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