Mainz Psalter was published, making it the first book with a printed publication date on it.
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Kristofer Helgen announced the discovery of the olinguito, a mammal of the raccoon family Procyonidae.
Richard Branson's attempt at obtaining the fastest Atlantic crossing ended when his speed boat crashed.
The Transcontinental Railroad linking up the East and West halves of the US was completed in Colorado.
Cave monastery Vardzia was blessed by Queen Tamar of Georgia.
The Indian Appropriations Act added the sell or starve clause.
