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July 4, 2012
A Daredevil Makes History With Walk Over Niagara Falls

The wire stretched for 1,800 feet. It crossed a gorge n. deep narrow valley with steep sides. Wind blew around him. Water roared below him. But Nik Wallenda took small and steady steps.

About 112,000 people were there. They held their breath. Millions more watched on TV.



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