July 14

Thursday 14, 2005:

São Paulo FC becomes Libertadores Cup 2005 champions. They won the tournament for the third time in their history.

Sunday 14, 2002:

During Bastille Day celebrations, Jacques Chirac escapes an assassination attempt unscathed.

Wednesday 14, 1965:

Mariner 4 flyby of Mars takes the first close-up photos of another planet.

Friday 14, 1933:

Gleichschaltung: In Germany, all political parties are outlawed except the Nazi Party.

Friday 14, 1223:

In France, Louis VIII becomes King of France upon the death of his father, Philip II of France.

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