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Persian Gulf War began
1991
The Persian Gulf War began when a US-led coalition launched air strikes against Iraq. The war was sparked by Iraq's invasion of Kuwait and lasted for several months, resulting in a decisive victory for the coalition forces. The conflict had significant geopolitical and economic implications for the region and the world.
Popeye the Sailor made his first appearance
1929
The cartoon character Popeye the Sailor made his first appearance in the comic strip "Thimble Theatre" by Elzie Segar. Popeye quickly became a beloved character in American popular culture and has since appeared in numerous films, television shows, and comic books.
Google Videos launched
2006
Google announced the launch of its new Google Video Store, which allowed users to purchase and download television shows and movies online. The move was seen as a challenge to established players in the digital media market, such as Apple's iTunes Store. However, Google later shifted its focus to YouTube and the Google Play Store, and the Google Video Store was eventually shut down.
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