Twelve North African Christians, known as the Scillitan Martyrs, were executed for their religious beliefs.
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The British Royal family changed their surname to Windsor.
American superhero movie 'Ant-Man' by Marvel was released.
The Apollo-Soyuz Test Project completed the world's first international space rendezvous.
The Potsdam Conference began between the Soviet Union, UK & US.
Bill Gates became the richest man in the world with a net worth of $12.9 billion.
