American archeologist Hiram Bingham III rediscovered Machu Picchu, Peru.
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The armies of Louis VII of France and Conrad III of Germany laid siege to Damascus.
Luxury fashion brand Giorgio Armani was founded in Milan, Italy.
Boston Red Sox player Ted Williams was fined $250 for spitting on fans.
Dutch exotic dancer Mata Hari was put on trial in Paris after being accused of being a spy.
Tennessee became the first Confederate state to be readmitted into the United States.
