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We may not think much about the historic events that have impacted our country or the world in our daily lives. However, when we take a step back and examine them more closely, we realise how critical they are to everything we do today.
On this day in history, here are some happenings you might not have known about.
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(May 20, 1902)
After defeating Spain in the Spanish-American War in 1899, the United States took sovereignty of the island and granted Cuba freedom. |
(May 20, 1946)
Cher, an American singer and actress famous for her flamboyant manner, was born. |
(May 20, 2002)
Portugal recognises East Timor's independence, putting an end to Indonesia's 23-year control and the UN's three-year interim administration (Portugal itself is the former coloniser of East Timor until 1976). |
(May 20, 2015)
David Letterman, whose unorthodox humour and unique segments revolutionised American talk shows, has stood down as presenter of the Late Show with David Letterman. |
(Died on May 20, 2019)
Niki Lauda, Austrian race car driver (b. 1949). |
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