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9 August

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Contemporary era

1965

Independence of Singapore

On 9 August 1965, Singapore became an independent state.

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Contemporary era

1945

Bombing of Nagasaki

On 9 August 1945, the United States dropped an atomic bomb on Nagasaki.

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From the Middle Ages to the Enlightenment

1173

Construction of the Tower of Pisa begins

On 9 August 1173, construction began on the Pisa bell tower, the future Leaning Tower.

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