NASA launches Space Shuttle Atlantis on STS-86 to the Mir space station.
NASA launches Space Shuttle Atlantis on STS-86 to the Mir space station.
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1926
The international Convention to Suppress the Slave Trade and Slavery is first signed.
The international Convention to Suppress the Slave Trade and Slavery is first signed.
1790
Four Great Anhui Troupes introduce Anhui opera to Beijing in honor of the Qianlong Emperor's eightieth…
Four Great Anhui Troupes introduce Anhui opera to Beijing in honor of the Qianlong Emperor's eightieth birthday.
1775
American Revolutionary War: Benedict Arnold's expedition to Quebec sets off to join the American invasion.
American Revolutionary War: Benedict Arnold's expedition to Quebec sets off to join the American invasion.
1534
Death of Pope Clement VII
Died: Pope Clement VII (born 1478).
1403
Birth of Louis III of Anjou
Born: Louis III of Anjou (died 1434).
762
Led by Muhammad al-Nafs al-Zakiyya, the Hasanid branch of the Alids begins the Alid Revolt against the…
Led by Muhammad al-Nafs al-Zakiyya, the Hasanid branch of the Alids begins the Alid Revolt against the Abbasid Caliphate.
275
For the last time, the Roman Senate chooses an emperor; Marcus Claudius Tacitus is elected.
For the last time, the Roman Senate chooses an emperor; Marcus Claudius Tacitus is elected.
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