The first private research atomic reactor opened in Chicago, Illinois, US.
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A brand new design for Freedom Tower in Manhattan, New York, was publicly revealed.
The musical ''Dreamgirls" was performed for the first time at the Ambassador Theatre, New York City.
Queen Victoria took to the throne during her coronation on this day at Westminster Abbey, London.
The first Hughes Communications Galaxy satellite was launched into orbit.
The Organization of Afro-American Unity was formed.
