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Historical events from 1779 to 2000 include Spain's war on Britain, Lincoln's speech, first woman in space, and Israel's withdrawal from Lebanon.
- Spain declares war on Great Britain in 1779 supporting France and USA, starting the Great Siege of Gibraltar
- Abraham Lincoln delivers 'A house divided against itself cannot stand' speech in 1858
- Valentina Tereshkova becomes first woman in space aboard Soviet Vostok 6 in 1963
- Israel withdraws from Lebanon in 2000 after 22 years, retaining Shebaa Farms
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