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On This Day in History May 1 1977 Highlights
Events noted include Hitler’s death announced in 1945 Berlin. Dewey’s Manila Bay victory in 1898. Empire State Building dedication in 1931. Hijacking to Cuba in 1961. Khmer Rouge recognition in 1975. Vietnam peace bid denials in 1968. Reagan defeats Ford in Texas primary in 1976. Kate Smith and Jack Paar birthdays. Theodore Roosevelt quote on effort. Fascism symbol origin explained.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Adolf Hitler
Berlin
George Dewey
Manila Bay
Philippines
U.S. Post Office
Empire State Building
New York
Ronald Reagan
Ford
Texas
Kate Smith
Jack Paar