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January 22nd

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  • 1976

    Beirut bank robbery results in a massive haul of $20-50 million.

  • 1970

    First scheduled flight of Boeing 747, flying from New York to London.

  • 1901

    Queen Victoria of England passes away after a 64-year reign, succeeded by Edward VII.

  • 2008

    Death of Heath Ledger, acclaimed Australian actor and director. View Post →

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  • 1984

    Apple debuts the Macintosh computer during Super Bowl XVIII.

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