What happened today in history 16

Hello ladies and gents i hope you have had a chilled day so far lets see whats happened today in history.

1896 The Modern Olympics begin in Athens with eight nations participating.



1917 The United States declares war on Germany and enters World War I on Allied side.






1924 Four planes leave Seattle on the first successful flight around the world.



1965    President Lyndon B. Johnson authorizes the use of ground troops in combat operations.



Well ladies and gents i hoped you learnt something today and as always have a chilled day from the white viking.

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