Cardiff was proclaimed the capital of Wales by the UK’s Minister for Welsh Affairs.
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Pope John Paul II established World Youth Day, an event for young Christians around the world.
The Zodiac Killer claimed two more victims.
A Palestinian couple was convicted of first-degree murder for the honor killing on their daughter.
The Christmas classic directed by Frank Capra, 'It's a Wonderful Life,' premiered in New York.
The last Australian troops were evacuated from Gallipoli during World War I.
