A bomb explodes at a concert in Minsk's Independence Square, injuring 50 people.
A bomb explodes at a concert in Minsk's Independence Square, injuring 50 people.
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1937
Birth of Queen Sonja of Norway
Born: Queen Sonja of Norway.
1927
First flight of the Lockheed Vega.
First flight of the Lockheed Vega.
1903
The Philippine–American War is officially concluded.
The Philippine–American War is officially concluded.
1803
The Louisiana Purchase is announced to the public.
The Louisiana Purchase is announced to the public.
673
Death of Ecgberht
Died: Ecgberht, king of Kent.
26 BCE
Marcus Licinius Crassus is granted a triumph for his victory in Thrace.
Marcus Licinius Crassus is granted a triumph for his victory in Thrace.
362 BCE
Battle of Mantinea: The Thebans, led by Epaminondas, defeat the Spartans.
Battle of Mantinea: The Thebans, led by Epaminondas, defeat the Spartans.
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