July 18th, the great fire of Rome breaks out and destroys much of the city

64- The great fire of Rome breaks out and destroys much of the city.

1974- Thousands of Libyans begin their “Arab Unity March” towards Cairo, Egypt.

2009- Presidential election was held in Mauritania.

Born today

1918- The 10th South African president, Nelson Mandela, a Nobel Peace Prize recipient.

Passed away

1872- Benito Juarez, President of Mexico.

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