Space Shuttle program: STS-41-B is launched using Space Shuttle Challenger.
Space Shuttle program: STS-41-B is launched using Space Shuttle Challenger.
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1961
The United States Air Force begins Operation Looking Glass, and over the next 30 years, a "Doomsday Plane"…
The United States Air Force begins Operation Looking Glass, and over the next 30 years, a "Doomsday Plane" is always in the air, with the capability of taking direct control of the United States' bombers and missiles in the event of the destruction of the SAC's command post.
1931
The Hawke's Bay earthquake, New Zealand's worst natural disaster, kills 258.
The Hawke's Bay earthquake, New Zealand's worst natural disaster, kills 258.
1913
The Sixteenth Amendment to the United States Constitution is ratified, authorizing the Federal government…
The Sixteenth Amendment to the United States Constitution is ratified, authorizing the Federal government to impose and collect an income tax.
1787
Militia led by General Benjamin Lincoln crush the remnants of Shays' Rebellion in Petersham, Massachusetts.
Militia led by General Benjamin Lincoln crush the remnants of Shays' Rebellion in Petersham, Massachusetts.
1338
Birth of Joanna of Bourbon
Born: Joanna of Bourbon (died 1378).
1047
Drogo of Hauteville is elected as count of the Apulian Normans during the Norman conquest of Southern Italy.
Drogo of Hauteville is elected as count of the Apulian Normans during the Norman conquest of Southern Italy.
929
Death of Guy
Died: Guy, margrave of Tuscany.
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