Spanish conquistador Pedro Arias Dávila founded Panama City.
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After six years at war, Japan surrendered, marking the end of World War II.
The world's second oldest theme park, Tivoli Gardens, opened in Copenhagen, Denmark.
Kristofer Helgen announced the discovery of the olinguito, a mammal of the raccoon family Procyonidae.
Mainz Psalter was published, making it the first book with a printed publication date on it.
An all-steel church called San Sebastian Church opened in Manila, Philippines.
