History will have to record that the greatest tragedy of this period of social transition was not the strident clamor of the bad people, but the appalling silence of the good people.’ — Martin Luther King Jr.
1. Peru declared independence
On this day in history in 1821 Peru declared independence. The Peruvian War of Independence against Spain began in 1811 and ended with a declaration of independence under the leadership of José de San Martín. strident clamor
2. IX Summer Olympics opened
On this day in history in 1928 IX Summer Olympics opened. The IX Summer Olympics opened in Amsterdam.
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3. National Aeronautics and Space Act was passed by the US Congress
On this day in history in 1958 The US Congress passed the National Aeronautics and Space Act. The act established the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA). strident clamor
4. IRA Army Council Announced End to Armed Campaign
On this day in history in 2005 IRA Army Council Announced End to Armed Campaign. The Provisional Irish Republican Army, also known as IRA, announced an end to its armed campaign in the group’s effort to free Northern Ireland from United Kingdom’s rule. strident clamor
