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May 27

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1923CE

Birth

Henry Kissinger Born

Henry Kissinger was a German-born American diplomat and political scientist who served as U.S. Secretary of State under Presidents Nixon and Ford. He played a central role in shaping Cold War foreign policy and received the Nobel Peace Prize in 1973.

1937CE

Invention

Golden Gate Bridge opens

The Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco opens to pedestrian traffic for the first time, a day before it is opened to vehicles.

1941CE

War

Bismarck sunk

The German battleship Bismarck is sunk by the British Royal Navy in the Atlantic Ocean, a significant blow to the German Kriegsmarine.

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