The Soviet spacecraft Venera 9 went into Venus’ orbit – making it the first to do so.
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A month after launching in Japan, Metal Gear Solid was finally playable by North American PlayStation players.
American pioneer aviator Noel Wien founded Alaska's first airline, Wien Alaska Airlines Inc.
Queen Elizabeth II led the Sydney Opera House's grand opening.
Maria Theresa – the only female to rule the Habsburg Empire – became queen following her father's death.
The Governor of Kenya declared a state of emergency and began arresting hundreds of suspected leaders of the Mau Mau Uprising.