Burma declared independence from the United Kingdom.
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The world's largest building at the time opened in Dubai.
New York City modernized its subway by starting its first unmanned trains.
Utah became the 45th state to join the United States of America.
Blackberry phones officially ended their service after a year-long transition to a software-based business model.
Elvis Presley recorded his first demo for 'It Wouldn't Be The Same Without You' and 'I'll Never Stand In Your Way.'
