Sheikh Muszaphar Shukor became the first Malaysian in space aboard Russia’s Soyuz TMA-10.
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British astronomer William Lassell discovered Neptune's largest moon, Triton.
The War of the Polish Succession began when France declared war on Austria and Saxony.
Three thousand five hundred women in Iran were allowed to attend a soccer match for the first time in 40 years.
Andrew Lloyd Webber's musical soundtrack, 'Jesus Christ Superstar,' was recorded.
A $1 coin was approved by the US Congress, featuring women's suffrage activist Susan B. Anthony.
