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of events to have occurred around the world.
A 'Today in
Basildon's History' featuring an assortment of historical dates and trivia relating to Basildon, Laindon, Langdon Hills, Dunton,
Vange, Pitsea and Nevendon can be found on the above link.
Basildon - This Day in History
The date today is Sunday, May 19, 2024
1996STS 77 (Endeavour 11), launches into orbit 1864 Skirmish at Cassville GA
1994Omar Sharif suffers a mild heart attack
1993Dow Jones closes above 3,500 for first time (3,500.03)
1991Willy T Ribbs becomes first black driver to make Indianapolis 500
1989Dow Jones average passes 2,500 mark for first time, closes at 2,501.1
