August 12 in history: Independent India wins its first Olympic gold medal and more
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| Updated: Aug 12, 2021, 12:00 PM IST
From independent India's first Olympic gold medal to the massacre of 3000 refugees at a Palestinian refugee camp, we've got it all covered!
Let's dive into today's history.
Last known quagga dies in captivity at Natura Artis Magistra zoo, Amsterdam
Independent India wins its first Olympic gold medal in Field Hockey.
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