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In 1588, the Spanish Armada, a fleet of 130 ships, set sail to invade England. However, Mother Nature had different plans. A series of fierce storms, along with the nimble tactics of the English navy, led to the Armada's defeat. This event marked the rise of England as a formidable naval power.
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In 1962, during the Cuban Missile Crisis, a single man, Soviet Navy officer Vasili Arkhipov, prevented a nuclear war. As tensions skyrocketed, Arkhipov refused to authorize the launch of a nuclear torpedo, despite immense pressure. His decision played a crucial role in averting global catastrophe.
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Did you know that during World War II, British intelligence used Monopoly games to help Allied prisoners escape? Special edition sets were sent to POW camps, containing real maps, compasses, and money hidden within the game pieces. This creative strategy contributed to numerous successful escapes!
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Did you know Cleopatra wasn't Egyptian? Despite ruling Egypt, she was actually of Greek descent, being part of the Ptolemaic dynasty. Fluent in several languages and a shrewd politician, she was the last active ruler of the Ptolemaic Kingdom, leaving a legacy that still fascinates us today.
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On August 17, 1945, Indonesia declared its independence from Dutch colonial rule. This day is celebrated annually as Hari Merdeka (Independence Day) and marks the beginning of a new era for the Indonesian people.
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In 1969, the world witnessed a monumental achievement as Neil Armstrong became the first human to set foot on the Moon. His words, "That's one small step for man, one giant leap for mankind," echoed through history, symbolizing the boundless possibilities of human ingenuity and exploration.
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In 1815, at the Battle of Waterloo, Napoleon Bonaparte met his ultimate defeat. The battle saw the Duke of Wellington's British forces, along with Prussian troops, decisively end Napoleon's rule. This marked the end of the Napoleonic Wars and reshaped the future of Europe.
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