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20th April 1965: Windows of the Houston Astrodome painted to stop glare

On the 20th April 1965, workers began painting skylight windows at the Houston Astrodome to limit glare from the sun.

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21st April 1918: Manfred von Richthofen, aka The Red Baron, shot down and killed

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19th April 1839: The Treaty of London establishes an independent Belgium

The Treaty of London was signed, which recognised and guaranteed the independence and neutrality of Belgium. Read More

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18th April 1775: Paul Revere’s Ride signals American Revolution

On the night of 18th April 1775, Paul Revere rode from Charleston to Lexington with his message that “the Regulars are coming!” Read More

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17th April 1961: The Bay of Pigs invasion launched by Brigade 2506

The Bay of Pigs Invasion was launched by the CIA-sponsored paramilitary group Brigade 2506. Read More

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16th April 1922: Treaty of Rapallo signed by Germany and Russia

On the 16th April 1922, former First World War enemies Germany and Russia signed the Treaty of Rapallo. Read More

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15th April 1989: 96 Liverpool fans killed in the Hillsborough Disaster

Ninety-six Liverpool Football Club fans died and hundreds more were injured in a crush at Hillsborough Stadium in Sheffield. Read More

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14th April 1561: Nuremberg Celestial Phenomenon terrifies residents

On the morning of 14th April 1561, the people of Nuremberg in Germany witnessed a “dreadful apparition” in the sky. Read More

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13th April 1919: British troops commit the Amritsar Massacre

Troops from the British Indian Army committed the Amritsar Massacre when they opened fire on nonviolent protesters and pilgrims at Jallianwala Bagh. Read More

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