Mainz Psalter was published, making it the first book with a printed publication date on it.
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New Zealand's All Blacks played their first international test against Australia at Sydney Cricket Ground.
The foundations for Cologne Cathedral were laid in preparation for its construction.
The Sistine Chapel in the Vatican opened for its first mass.
Richard Branson's attempt at obtaining the fastest Atlantic crossing ended when his speed boat crashed.
Spanish conquistador Pedro Arias Dávila founded Panama City.
