(Encyclopedia) Johnson, Sir William, 1715–74, British colonial leader in America, b. Co. Meath, Ireland. He settled (1738) in the Mohawk valley, became a merchant, and gained great power among the…
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The terrifying diving accident of Seoul's 1988 games
by Gerry Brown Greg Louganis smacks his head on the diving board during the 1988 Seoul games. (Source: AP) Related Links…
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