James Meredith became the first African American to graduate from the University of Mississippi.
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President Woodrow Wilson issued a Proclamation of Neutrality.
The United States Exploring Expedition set sail.
The USS Indianapolis warship, which sank during World War II, was discovered in the Pacific Ocean 3.4 miles below the surface.
French astronomer Pierre Janssen first recorded evidence of helium, a then-unknown element.
Adi Dassler founded Adidas with a vision to improve athletic performance.