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Chris Bonington and Doug Scott above Camp 5 at 27,000 feet (8,230 m)1975: First Britons conquer Everest

Dougal Haston and Doug Scott become the first Britons to reach the summit of the world's highest mountain.


Iraqi soldiers hiding beside road attacking Iranian troops1980: Iraq bombs Iran as hostilities increase
Iraqi planes bomb and set on fire Iran's Kharg Island crude oil export terminal.

Ian Smith1976: White rule in Rhodesia to end
The Rhodesian Government agrees to introduce black majority rule to the country within two years.

David Mellor1992: Mellor resigns over sex scandal
David Mellor resigns as heritage minister, blaming his departure on a constant barrage of hostile stories in the tabloid press.

Johnson finishing ahead of rivals Lewis and Christie (AP)1988: Gold for Johnson in 100m sprint
Ben Johnson wins the 100m gold at the Seoul Olympics and reaffirms his position as the world's fastest man.

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