History
On this day in 1959: Power in Cuba seized by Fidel Castro
Fidel Castro's Triumph: The Dawn of a New Cuba - February 16, 1959 On February 16, 1959, the world witnessed...
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On this day in 1989: President Mikhail Gorbachev withdraw Soviet Union’s last troops from Afghanistan
In 1989, the Soviet Union marked a pivotal moment in Cold War history with its withdrawal from Afghanistan, ending a...
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On this day in 1989: Fatwa issued against Salman Rushdie
Salman Rushdie, born on June 19, 1947, in Bombay, India, is a renowned British-Indian novelist, essayist, and critic. His literary...
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On this day in 1997: The Dow Jones Industrial Average first eclipsed the 7,000 mark, then closed at 7,022.44.
"Dow Jones Soars to New Heights on February 13, 1997" On the 13th of February 1997, the Dow Jones Industrial...
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On this day in 1945: Yalta Conference opened
The Yalta Conference of 1945 marked a pivotal moment in history, bringing together three of the world's most influential leaders...
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On this day in 1960: The Italian dramedy La Dolce Vita, with Anita Ekberg, had its world premiere
In the realm of cinematic masterpieces, Federico Fellini's "La Dolce Vita" stands tall as a timeless exploration of decadence, disillusionment,...
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On this day in 1979: Sid Vicious of the Sex Pistols died of a drug overdose in New York City.
In the late 1970s, a cultural revolution ignited in the heart of London, shaking the foundations of the music industry...
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On this day in 2003: Space shuttle Columbia destroyed
The Space Shuttle Columbia, a magnificent feat of engineering and a symbol of human ingenuity, etched its name into the...
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On this day in 1606: Guy Fawkes executed in London
Guy Fawkes, a name synonymous with rebellion and anonymity, is a historical figure whose legacy has transcended centuries. Born in...
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On this day in 1948: The Indian leader Mahatma Gandhi was assassinated
Mahatma Gandhi, born Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi on October 2, 1869, in Porbandar, India, is revered as the Father of the...
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