List of proofs of non-trivial theorems which were unnoticed to be wrong for at least a few years

For example, the Weber's proof of Kronecker–Weber theorem. I would like to know such proofs. It seems to be important for me to remember that a widely accepted proof might be wrong.


Solution 1:

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