Embark on a captivating journey through time with “This Day in History“! Join us as we explore five pivotal events that occurred on October 7th, shaping our world in extraordinary ways. Discover how Soviet Luna 3 unveiled the mysteries of the Moon's far side in 1959, revolutionizing our understanding of Earth's celestial companion. Witness the courage of prisoners during the Auschwitz-Birkenau Sonderkommando revolt in 1944, a testament to human resilience in the face of unimaginable horror. Travel to Tibet in 1950 as China's People's Liberation Army launches a invasion that would change the region's trajectory forever. Then, sail back to 1571 for the epic Battle of Lepanto, where the Holy League's victory halted Ottoman expansion in the Mediterranean. Finally, reflect on recent history as we examine the start of U.S. military operations in Afghanistan in 2001, marking the beginning of America's longest war. This episode offers a compelling
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