The tomb of a goldsmith family dating back 3,500 years was discovered near Luxor, Egypt.
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Congress changed the official name from United Colonies to the United States of America.
Queen Elizabeth II became Great Britain's longest-reigning monarch in history.
California became the 31st state to join the United States of America.
President Lyndon B signed the National Traffic and Motor Safety Act, which set new standards for vehicles and drivers.
NASA's Discovery Space Shuttle launched from Florida on its 19th mission, STS-64.
