History: August 17 (#5)

History: August 17 (#5)
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August 17, 2005 Over 500 bombs are set off by terrorists at 300 locations in 63 out of the 64 districts of Bangladesh.

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On August 17, in the year 2005: Over 500 bo mbs are set off by terrorists at 300 locations in 63 out of the 64 districts of Bangladesh. Bangladesh, officially the People's Republic of Bangladesh, is a country in South Asia.

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Why August 17, 2005 matters: Over 500 bombs are set off by terrorists at 300 locations in 63 out of the 64 districts of Bangladesh. What began on this day left a lasting mark on history. The effects were felt immediately and continued to shape events, ideas, and lives long afterwards.

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Historical context: August 17, 2005 The 21st century has already seen profound shifts: the digital revolution has connected billions while reshaping politics and culture; climate change has emerged as a defining crisis; and new powers have risen to challenge the world order that followed the Cold War. The event on this day: Over 500 bombs are set off by terrorists at 300 locations in 63 out of the 64 districts of Bangladesh. Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bangladesh (Wikipedia, CC BY-SA)