Today in history: From Marilyn Monroe's death to catastrophic flood's in Asia; here is a look at the key events that took place on August 5

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Here is a look at the key events that took place on August 5.

By CNBCTV18.comAug 5, 2021 11:02:22 AM IST (Updated)

1940 - Latvia becomes part of the Soviet Union as the Latvian Soviet Socialist Republic.

1962 - Legendary Hollywood actress Marilyn Monroe passed away in Los Angeles at the age of 36. (AP Photo)

1995 - The United States and Vietnam declared an end to decades of enmity, formally established diplomatic ties and pledged a new era of cooperation. (Image & text: Reuters)

2000-Lala Amarnath, the first batsman ever to score a century for India in Test cricket, passed away.

2007 - South Asia's catastrophic flood's death toll climbed to 330 amid fears of epidemics and criticism of relief efforts. (Text: Reuters/ Representative image: PTI)

2019: The government of India revokes the special status, or autonomy, granted to Jammu and Kashmir under Article 370 of the constitution.