On this day in 1811, Venezuela declared independence from Spain.
On this day in 1884, Germany took possession of Cameroon.
On this day in 1945, the liberation of the Philippines was declared.
On this day in 1946, the bikini went on sale after debuting during an outdoor fashion show at the Molitor Pool in Paris, France.
On this day in 1975, Arthur Ashe became the first black man to win the Wimbledon men's singles title.
On this day in 2004, the first Indonesian presidential election was held.