On this day in 1987, the United Nations proclaimed a newborn boy the world’s five billionth inhabitant.

<p>On this day in 1987, the United Nations proclaimed a newborn boy the world’s five billionth inhabitant.</p>

From the desk of “Stuff You Missed in History Class,” “This Day in History Class” quickly recounts a tidbit from today’s events in history.

This Day in History Class

Earth welcomes its five billionth human - July 11th, 1987

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