Bahrain declared independence from Britain.
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Mainz Psalter was published, making it the first book with a printed publication date on it.
Cave monastery Vardzia was blessed by Queen Tamar of Georgia.
After six years at war, Japan surrendered, marking the end of World War II.
Spanish conquistador Pedro Arias Dávila founded Panama City.
An all-steel church called San Sebastian Church opened in Manila, Philippines.
