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This Day in History Highlights and Milestones
On June 12 1975 the day marks events from 1665 New York City incorporation under English law to 1940 Japanese bombings of Chungking and a series of political incidents. Notable entries include John Winthrop's Salem Harbor voyage in 1630 and 1838 Iowa Territory organization. The list also notes the 1970s Vietnam leadership change and 1969 Nixon visit to Cairo, among others.
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Associated Press
New York City
Massachusetts Bay Company
John Winthrop
Salem Harbor
Iowa
Chungking
China