1914- Iraqi city of Basra seized by the British forces during the world war one.
1943-Lebanon gains independence from France.
1963- US President John Kennedy assassinated while visiting Dallas City, Texas.
1974- The Palestinian Liberation Organization “PLO” granted the observer status by the United Nations “UN”.
1975- Juan Carlos becomes king of Spain.
1990- British Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher submits her resignation to Queen Elizabeth II.
2005- Angela Merkel appointed Germany’s first female Chancellor.
1890- French President Charles de Gaulle was born.
1963- 35th president of the US John Kennedy passes away.
Independence day in Lebanon.
R. al-Jazaeri/ Ghossoun