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17 January

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1991

Start of Operation Desert Storm

On 17 January 1991, the coalition launched air strikes against Iraq to liberate Kuwait.

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1893

Overthrow of the Hawaiian Kingdom

On 17 January 1893, Queen Liliuokalani was overthrown in Honolulu with the support of U.S. Marines.

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1377

Gregory XI returns the papacy to Rome

On 17 January 1377, Pope Gregory XI solemnly returned to Rome, ending the Avignon papacy.

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