Golda Meir became the first female Prime Minister of Israel.
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NASA launched the Vanguard I satellite.
Researchers at the Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory discover Californium, a new radioactive element.
The UK, the Netherlands, Belgium, Luxembourg, and France signed the Treaty of Brussels.
London Bridge, designed by Lord Holford, was officially opened by Queen Elizabeth II.
The Bee Gees made their first appearance on TV, performing 'Words' and 'To Love Somebody' on the Ed Sullivan Show.
