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6/20/2024 - On this day in 2024
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In 1877, Alexander Graham Bell installed the world's first commercial telephone service in Hamilton, Ontario, Canada. This marked a significant milestone in communication technology.
In 1947, American mobster Bugsy Siegel was murdered. He was a key figure in the development of the Las Vegas Strip.
In 1967, Australian actress Nicole Kidman was born. She has become a highly acclaimed and successful actress, known for her work in films like "Moulin Rouge!" and "The Hours."
In 1975, the film "Jaws" was released, directed by Steven Spielberg. It is considered one of the greatest films ever made and is credited with establishing the concept of the summer blockbuster.
In 1990, the Manjil–Rudbar earthquake struck northern Iran, killing between 35,000 and 50,000 people. It was one of the deadliest earthquakes in history.
In 2019, the United States House of Representatives voted to restore citizenship to Confederate General Robert E. Lee posthumously. This decision was part of a broader effort to address the legacy of the Confederacy. These are just a few of the significant events that have occurred on June 20th throughout history.
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