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23 August

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Contemporary era

1939

Molotov-Ribbentrop Pact

On 23 August 1939, Germany and the USSR signed the Molotov-Ribbentrop non-aggression pact.

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Contemporary era

1927

Execution of Sacco and Vanzetti

On 23 August 1927, the anarchists Sacco and Vanzetti were executed in the US, sparking outrage.

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From the Middle Ages to the Enlightenment

1305

Execution of William Wallace

On 23 August 1305, the Scottish hero William Wallace was executed in London.

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