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Historical Event on 5/15/1729

Khanderao Dabhade, great warrior in Maratha kingdom, passed away.

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5/13/1962Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan (1888-1975) became the second President of India. He held this office till May 13, 1967.
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