California became the 31st state to join the United States of America.
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The tomb of a goldsmith family dating back 3,500 years was discovered near Luxor, Egypt.
Naughty Dog released their first 3D video game, Crash Bandicoot, for the PlayStation.
NASA's Discovery Space Shuttle launched from Florida on its 19th mission, STS-64.
The Handsworth riots began in Birmingham, England, after a man was arrested near Acapulco Café, Lozells.
John Lennon released his second album, 'Imagine.'
