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Soweto Blues
In 1976, at the height of the South African struggle against apartheid, legendary musicians Hugh Masekela and Miriam Makeba released a powerful song called "Soweto Blues". This touching anthem captured the heart-wrenchin...
Historical Events
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The last Sultan of the Mamluks, Tuman Bay II, who ruled Egypt since 1250, begins his reign. -
The song Soweto Blues by Hugh Masekela and Miriam Makeba, about South African youth engaged in the 1976 Soweto Uprising against apartheid, is released.
Famous Births
2- 1936 Sathima Bea Benjamin, South African singer-songwriter, is born.
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Kenneth Omeruo, a Nigerian footballer, is born.
Famous Deaths
2- 1988 1988 – Uganda Airlines Flight 775 crashes at Rome–Fiumicino International Airport, in Rome, Italy, killing 33 people.
- 1988 Uganda Airlines Flight 775 crashes at Rome–Fiumicino International Airport, in Rome, Italy, killing 33 people. Italy
