Mariner IX took two photos of Mars’ north pole.
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A royal wedding occurred in Munich, which is considered to be the first-ever Oktoberfest event.
The Pledge of Allegiance was first recited in American schools.
President Theodore Roosevelt changed the name of the 'Executive Mansion' to 'The White House.'
The state of California became the first to ban fur products.
The USS Holland (SS-1) became the first modern submarine commissioned for the United States Navy.