Astronomer Galileo demonstrated one of his earlier telescopes to Venetian lawmakers.
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Uruguay gained independence from Brazil, which is now celebrated as a National Holiday for Uruguayans.
Captain James Cook set sail on his first voyage from Plymouth, heading for the Pacific Ocean.
Businessman Momofuku Ando marketed the first-ever pre-cooked instant noodles.
Alicia Thornton became the first British female jockey after taking part in a horse race at York Racecourse in Knavesmire, England.
Nintendo released the first-person shooter, GoldenEye 007, for the Nintendo 64.
