The mapping of Mars’ surface began.
Mariner 9 started mapping over 85% of the surface area of Mars on this day.
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The Duquesne Spy Ring, a Nazi German espionage network, was sentenced to prison.
The World Health Organization (WHO) announced that gaming addiction is a Mental Health Disorder.
The Moon was photographed for the first time.
Georgia became the 4th state to join the United States of America.
Democratic Senator John F. Kennedy gave a speech announcing that he was running for US President.
