Deaths on December 4

Stanisława Walasiewicz

Died on December 4, 1980

Stanisława Walasiewicz, Polish-American runner (b. 1911)

Stanisława Walasiewicz (3 April 1911 – 4 December 1980), also known as Stefania Walasiewicz, and Stella Walsh, was a Polish-American track and field athlete, who became a women's Olympic champion in the 100 metres. Born in Poland and raised in the United States, she became an American citizen in 1947.

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26 Jan

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Israel and Egypt establish diplomatic relations.
2 Feb

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Nelson Mandela
The African National Congress in South Africa publishes a call to fight from their imprisoned leader Nelson Mandela.
29 Jul

Islamic Revolution
Iran adopts a new "holy" flag after the Islamic Revolution.
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Pope John Paul II shakes hands with the Dalai Lama during a private audience in Vatican City.

Deaths on December 4

Stanisława Walasiewicz

Died on December 4, 1980

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