August 13 in history: First woman to join US Marine Corps, Michael Phelps makes world record and more
Authored By Vyomica Berry
Published: Aug 13, 2020, 06:24 IST | Updated: Aug 13, 2020, 06:24 IST
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1889
William Gray patents coin-operated telephone.
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1918
Opha May Johnson becomes first woman to join US Marine Corps.
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1954
Pakistan's National Anthem 'Qaumi Tarana' is broadcast for first time.
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2008
Michael Phelps wins 3 gold medals, all in world record time at Beijing Olympics.
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2017
More than 60 children die at Gorakhpur Hospital, India, due to oxygen shortage.
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