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On This Day in Tech History
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The start of the Golden Gate Bridge
1933
Construction of the Golden Gate Bridge begins in San Francisco, California, USA. The bridge would later become an iconic symbol of the city and a major tourist attraction.
The suspension of all U.S. offensive action in North Vietnam
1972
President Richard Nixon announces the suspension of all U.S. offensive action in North Vietnam, effectively ending the Vietnam War. The war had been a highly divisive and controversial conflict, and its conclusion marked a significant moment in American history.
The largest media and communications company in the world at the time
2000
America Online (AOL) announces its acquisition of Time Warner, creating the largest media and communications company in the world at the time. The deal was worth over $160 billion and was seen as a major moment in the growth of the internet and media industries.
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2019
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