North Korea sent 75,000 soldiers to invade South Korea, which would start the Korean War.
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The World Health Organization estimated that Yemen had over 200,000 cases of cholera.
American colonies recorded their first astronomical event after observing a lunar eclipse.
Canada swore in Kim Campbell as the nation’s first female Prime Minister.
This day marked the end of Edward V of England's reign.
The Diary of a Young Girl by Anne Frank was published.
