While sailing in the Atlantic Ocean, Christopher Columbus discovered Venezuela, which he called “Isla Santa.”
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The Swedish crown jewels were stolen from a cathedral in broad daylight.
British scientist Joseph Priestley discovered oxygen by removing it from the air.
Anne Frank wrote her last diary entry.
Female rowing duo Heather Stanning & Helen Glover claimed Team GB's first Olympic medal at the London Olympics.
Kenyan cancer survivors protested in Nairobi.
