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Antonio Luna
1897 – The Ancient Temples and Shrines Preservation Law was passed, instituting the protection of structures and artifacts in Japan designated National Treasures .
1899 – Antonio Luna (pictured) , Commanding General of the Philippine Army , was assassinated in the midst of the Philippine–American War .
1997 – Anticipating a coup attempt, President Pascal Lissouba of the Republic of the Congo ordered the detention of his rival Denis Sassou Nguesso , initiating a second civil war .
2004 – Noël Mamère , the mayor of Bègles , conducted a marriage ceremony for two men, even though same-sex marriage in France had not yet been legalised.
2009 – After almost two months of civil disobedience , at least 31 people were killed in clashes between the National Police and indigenous people in Bagua Province , Peru.
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Rush
Alex Lifeson, Geddy Lee, and Neil Peart of Rush30th Anniversary tour photo, 2004
Origin Toronto , Ontario , Canada Genres Hard rock , progressive rock , heavy metal Years active 1968–present Labels Moon, Mercury , Anthem , Atlantic Members Geddy Lee Alex Lifeson Neil Peart Past members John Rutsey Jeff Jones Website www.rush.com