Today in History for 5th August 1995

Historical Events

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- The city of Knin, a significant Serb stronghold, is captured by Croatian forces during Operation Storm. The date is celebrated as the day of victory (Victory and Homeland Thanksgiving Day) in Croatia.

Famous Birthdays

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- Devo Keenan American cellist

Famous Deaths

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- Agha Hasan Abedi, banker, dies at 73
- Anthony Barber Doncaster, bookseller, dies at 81

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