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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