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Happy birthday, Boston! The city was founded by Puritan settlers on this day in 1630.

Happy birthday, Boston! The city was founded by Puritan settlers on this day in 1630.

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Cape Verde gained its independence from Portugal today in 1975, after about 500 years of Portuguese rule. 🇨🇻 🎥: iamcvbp

Cape Verde gained its independence from Portugal today in 1975, after about 500 years of Portuguese rule. 🇨🇻 🎥: iamcvbp

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June 14, 1777: The Second Continental Congress passed the Flag Act. This made the Stars and Stripes the official flag of the United States! 🎥: The White House

June 14, 1777: The Second Continental Congress passed the Flag Act. This made the Stars and Stripes the official flag of the United States! 🎥: The White House

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Today in 122 AD, construction began on Hadrian's Wall! It stretched 73 miles across northern England.

Today in 122 AD, construction began on Hadrian's Wall! It stretched 73 miles across northern England.

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Today’s main takeaway is King Charles III is actually very funny.

Today’s main takeaway is King Charles III is actually very funny.

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At the Battle of Poitiers, Edward the Black Prince defeated the French and captured King John II during the Hundred Years' War on this day in 1356.

At the Battle of Poitiers, Edward the Black Prince defeated the French and captured King John II during the Hundred Years' War on this day in 1356.

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Today in 1972, Michelangelo's Pietà was attacked and badly damaged in St. Peter's Basilica at the Vatican.

Today in 1972, Michelangelo's Pietà was attacked and badly damaged in St. Peter's Basilica at the Vatican.

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Warrior. King. Descendant of Heracles. Leonidas’ legend and words still echo through the millennia… Molṑn labé

Warrior. King. Descendant of Heracles. Leonidas’ legend and words still echo through the millennia… Molṑn labé

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The Round Hall in the Vatican Museum is home to the famous bath of Nero. It’s a porphyry basin that weighs several tons and is valued at over $2 Billion!

The Round Hall in the Vatican Museum is home to the famous bath of Nero. It’s a porphyry basin that weighs several tons and is valued at over $2 Billion!

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When Napoleon became Emperor 222 years ago today, he chose the title Emperor of the French, not Emperor of France. He wanted to show he ruled the people, rather than territory like the old kings of France.

When Napoleon became Emperor 222 years ago today, he chose the title Emperor of the French, not Emperor of France. He wanted to show he ruled the people, rather than territory like the old kings of France.

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In New York, the Legislature set aside 750 acres today in 1853 that would become Central Park.

In New York, the Legislature set aside 750 acres today in 1853 that would become Central Park.

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Ghent was one of the largest European cities in the 13th century, and it now has maybe the best preserved historic center in all of Europe 🙌🏼

Ghent was one of the largest European cities in the 13th century, and it now has maybe the best preserved historic center in all of Europe 🙌🏼

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Today in 2021, Rembrandt's masterpiece "The Night Watch" was seen in its entirety for first time in 300 years!

Today in 2021, Rembrandt's masterpiece "The Night Watch" was seen in its entirety for first time in 300 years!

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Albania and Venice formed an alliance today in 1386 as the Ottomans continued their advance.

Albania and Venice formed an alliance today in 1386 as the Ottomans continued their advance.

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Paris would look very different today if it wasn’t for the disobedience of one man, General Dietrich von Choltitz. He was ordered today in 1944 by Hitler to destroy the city. The orders were simple: “Paris must not pass into the enemy’s hands, except as a field of ruins.” But he refused. After the war, Choltitz said, “If for this first time, I disobeyed, it was because I knew Hitler was crazy.” And so, the City of Light remains standing, and still has all the incredible monuments that were once in danger of being leveled.

Paris would look very different today if it wasn’t for the disobedience of one man, General Dietrich von Choltitz. He was ordered today in 1944 by Hitler to destroy the city. The orders were simple: “Paris must not pass into the enemy’s hands, except as a field of ruins.” But he refused. After the war, Choltitz said, “If for this first time, I disobeyed, it was because I knew Hitler was crazy.” And so, the City of Light remains standing, and still has all the incredible monuments that were once in danger of being leveled.

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Alexander the Great died from a sudden illness in Babylon, today in 323 BC. He was only 32 years old.

Alexander the Great died from a sudden illness in Babylon, today in 323 BC. He was only 32 years old.

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After the deaths of Cleopatra and Mark Antony, Octavian entered Alexandria in Egypt today in 30 BC. This ended the Ptolemaic dynasty and made Egypt a Roman province. 🎥: imperiumarchive

After the deaths of Cleopatra and Mark Antony, Octavian entered Alexandria in Egypt today in 30 BC. This ended the Ptolemaic dynasty and made Egypt a Roman province. 🎥: imperiumarchive

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International Museum Week continues! The Grand Egyptian Museum in Cairo is the world’s largest archaeological museum!

International Museum Week continues! The Grand Egyptian Museum in Cairo is the world’s largest archaeological museum!

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France also celebrating America’s 250th! Marquis de Lafayette is definitely smiling down from heaven right now 🇺🇸 🇫🇷 🎥: raphaelmetivet

France also celebrating America’s 250th! Marquis de Lafayette is definitely smiling down from heaven right now 🇺🇸 🇫🇷 🎥: raphaelmetivet

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Today in 1940, over 330,000 Allied troops were saved at Dunkirk when civilian ships from England joined the rescue effort.

Today in 1940, over 330,000 Allied troops were saved at Dunkirk when civilian ships from England joined the rescue effort.

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Poland and the Winged Hussars saved Vienna on this day in 1683 from the Ottoman siege. It was the largest recorded cavalry charge in history with 20,000 horseman thundering down to save the city!
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Poland and the Winged Hussars saved Vienna on this day in 1683 from the Ottoman siege. It was the largest recorded cavalry charge in history with 20,000 horseman thundering down to save the city!

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Napoleon was crowned King of Italy right here today in 1805.
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Napoleon was crowned King of Italy right here today in 1805.

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This may be the most articulate response I’ve ever heard to this question.
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This may be the most articulate response I’ve ever heard to this question.

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Today in 1973, the greatest horse race in history was run. Secretariat won the Belmont Stakes by 31 lengths to become the Triple Crown winner and set a world record time that has never been beaten! 🎥: CBS Broadcast
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Today in 1973, the greatest horse race in history was run. Secretariat won the Belmont Stakes by 31 lengths to become the Triple Crown winner and set a world record time that has never been beaten! 🎥: CBS Broadcast

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Today in 1940, the Nazi blitzkrieg of France began when German forces crossed the Muese River. Blitzkrieg tactics 👇🏼
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Today in 1940, the Nazi blitzkrieg of France began when German forces crossed the Muese River. Blitzkrieg tactics 👇🏼

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Antoni Gaudí looking on the completed and blessed Tower of Jesus Christ in approval. Well done, Barcelona!
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Antoni Gaudí looking on the completed and blessed Tower of Jesus Christ in approval. Well done, Barcelona!

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Today in 1980, Mount Saint Helens erupted in Washington State. It was the deadliest and most destructive volcanic eruption in US history.
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Today in 1980, Mount Saint Helens erupted in Washington State. It was the deadliest and most destructive volcanic eruption in US history.

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On this day in 1519, Ferdinand Magellan set sail with five ships from Spain to circumnavigate globe! This is a replica of the Nao Victoria👇🏼the ship that completed the journey.
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On this day in 1519, Ferdinand Magellan set sail with five ships from Spain to circumnavigate globe! This is a replica of the Nao Victoria👇🏼the ship that completed the journey.

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Four years of pure dedication from Michelangelo gave us this breathtaking masterpiece, the Sistine Chapel!
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Four years of pure dedication from Michelangelo gave us this breathtaking masterpiece, the Sistine Chapel!

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1,112,111 views • 4 months ago

Sir William Wallace was captured by the English in Glasgow today in 1305. He was sent to London and brutally executed 18 days later.
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Sir William Wallace was captured by the English in Glasgow today in 1305. He was sent to London and brutally executed 18 days later.

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The Tall Ships parade in NY Harbor to celebrate America’s 250th!!
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The Tall Ships parade in NY Harbor to celebrate America’s 250th!!

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Today in 1949, the Vatican under Pope Pius XII condemned communism and excommunicated all who supported it.
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Today in 1949, the Vatican under Pope Pius XII condemned communism and excommunicated all who supported it.

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The choir in the Sagrada Família is putting on the performance of a lifetime. The vocals perfectly complement the stunning visuals of Gaudí’s cathedral!
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The choir in the Sagrada Família is putting on the performance of a lifetime. The vocals perfectly complement the stunning visuals of Gaudí’s cathedral!

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“Quintilius Varus, give me back my legions!” The Battle of the Teutoburg Forest ended today in 9 AD, where three Roman legions were annihilated by Germanic tribes.
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“Quintilius Varus, give me back my legions!” The Battle of the Teutoburg Forest ended today in 9 AD, where three Roman legions were annihilated by Germanic tribes.

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Normandy was given to the Viking Rollo today in 911 AD by King Charles of West Francia. The Vikings who settled there became known as the Normans! Norman built Rochester Castle 👇🏼
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Normandy was given to the Viking Rollo today in 911 AD by King Charles of West Francia. The Vikings who settled there became known as the Normans! Norman built Rochester Castle 👇🏼

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Today in 1995, Veteran Shawn Nelson stole a tank from the armory in San Diego and went on a rampage through the streets of the city.
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Today in 1995, Veteran Shawn Nelson stole a tank from the armory in San Diego and went on a rampage through the streets of the city.

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The Chernobyl nuclear disaster happened 40 years ago today.
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The Chernobyl nuclear disaster happened 40 years ago today.

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The Amazon Rainforest’s tallest tree was located on this day in 2022! The 290 foot tall tree was found on satellite in 2019, but it took a grueling expedition deep through the jungle to reach it on foot.
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The Amazon Rainforest’s tallest tree was located on this day in 2022! The 290 foot tall tree was found on satellite in 2019, but it took a grueling expedition deep through the jungle to reach it on foot.

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The Sagrada Família is scheduled to be completely finished this year! That will be a glorious day 🙌🏼
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The Sagrada Família is scheduled to be completely finished this year! That will be a glorious day 🙌🏼

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On this day in 1584, the San Lorenzo del Escorial palace near Madrid was completed! It is recognized as the largest Renaissance building in the world.
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On this day in 1584, the San Lorenzo del Escorial palace near Madrid was completed! It is recognized as the largest Renaissance building in the world.

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