Uruguay gained independence from Brazil, which is now celebrated as a National Holiday for Uruguayans.
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Walden W. Shaw and John D. Hertz founded the Shaw Livery Company and introduced the yellow cabs to attract passengers.
Belarus declared its independence from the Soviet Union.
US President Biden approved student debt loan forgiveness of up to $20,000 for those who are qualified.
Nintendo released the first-person shooter, GoldenEye 007, for the Nintendo 64.
Diego Velázquez de Cuéllar, the conquistador, founded Havana on the southern part of the island.