July 17 in history: Catherine II becomes tsarina of Russia and more
| Updated: Jul 17, 2021, 07:41 AM IST
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Catherine II becomes tsarina of Russia following the murder of Peter III
Catherine II becomes tsarina of Russia following the murder of Peter III
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Disneyland opens in Anaheim, USA
Disneyland opens in Anaheim, USA
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Apollo 18 and Soyuz 19 make 1st US/USSR linkup in space
Apollo 18 and Soyuz 19 make 1st US/USSR linkup in space
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7.7 magnitude earthquake caused tsunami in Java, Indonesia kills 668
7.7 magnitude earthquake caused tsunami in Java, Indonesia kills 668
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Malaysia Airlines Flight 17 flying over Ukraine accidentally shot down, kills 298
Malaysia Airlines Flight 17 flying over Ukraine accidentally shot down, kills 298