Soviet Union Launches Soyuz 5, January 15, 1969
The Soviet Union launches Soyuz 5. Date: January 15, 1969 Read more on Wikipedia β π Other events on January 15 π Events on this day in 1969 π On This Day (Today)
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Muammar Gaddafi Proclaimed Premier of Libya, January 15, 1970
Muammar Gaddafi is proclaimed premier of Libya. Date: January 15, 1970 Read more on Wikipedia β π Other events on January 15 π Events on this day in 1970 π On This Day (Today)
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Biafran Rebels Surrender in Nigerian Civil War, January 15, 1970
Nigerian Civil War: Biafran rebels surrender following an unsuccessful 32-month fight for independence from Nigeria. Date: January 15, 1970 Read more on Wikipedia β π Other events on January 15 π Events on this day in 1970 π On This Day (Today)
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Nixon Suspends Offensive Action in North Vietnam, January 15, 1973
Vietnam War: Citing progress in peace negotiations, President Richard Nixon announces the suspension of offensive action in North Vietnam. Date: January 15, 1973 Read more on Wikipedia β π Other events on January 15 π Events on this day in 1973 π On This Day (Today)
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Alvor Agreement Ends Angolan War of Independence, Angola Gains Independence January 15, 1975
The Alvor Agreement is signed, ending the Angolan War of Independence and giving Angola independence from Portugal. Date: January 15, 1975 Read more on Wikipedia β π Other events on January 15 π Events on this day in 1975 π On This Day (Today)
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Sara Jane Moore Sentenced to Life for Ford Assassination Attempt, January 15, 1976
Gerald Ford's would-be assassin, Sara Jane Moore, is sentenced to life in prison. Date: January 15, 1976 Read more on Wikipedia β π Other events on January 15 π Events on this day in 1976 π On This Day (Today)
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Linjeflyg Flight 618 Crashes Near Stockholm, Killing 22 – January 15, 1977
Linjeflyg Flight 618 crashes in KΓ€lvesta near Stockholm Bromma Airport in Stockholm, Sweden, killing 22 people. Date: January 15, 1977 Read more on Wikipedia β π Other events on January 15 π Events on this day in 1977 π On This Day (Today)
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Pope John Paul II Meets Solidarity Delegation at Vatican, January 15, 1981
Pope John Paul II receives a delegation from the Polish trade union Solidarity at the Vatican led by Lech WaΕΔsa. Date: January 15, 1981 Read more on Wikipedia β π Other events on January 15 π Events on this day in 1981 π On This Day (Today)
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Elizabeth II Signs Australiaβs First Victoria Cross Letters Patent, January 15, 1991
Elizabeth II, in her capacity as Queen of Australia, signs letters patent allowing Australia to become the first Commonwealth realm to institute its own Victoria Cross in its honours system. Date: January 15, 1991 Read more on Wikipedia β π Other events on January 15 π Events on this day in 1991 π On This…
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UN Deadline for Iraq to Withdraw from Kuwait Expires, January 15, 1991
The United Nations deadline for the withdrawal of Iraqi forces from occupied Kuwait expires, preparing the way for the start of Operation Desert Storm. Date: January 15, 1991 Read more on Wikipedia β π Other events on January 15 π Events on this day in 1991 π On This Day (Today)
