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16 May

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Contemporary era

1966

Cultural Revolution begins

On 16 May 1966, Mao Zedong launched the Cultural Revolution in China.

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Contemporary era

1929

First Academy Awards

On 16 May 1929, the first Academy Awards ceremony was held in Hollywood.

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From the Middle Ages to the Enlightenment

1770

Marriage of Marie Antoinette

On 16 May 1770, Marie Antoinette married the future Louis XVI at Versailles.

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