The Morse code distress signal “SOS,” originating from Germany, became the world’s official message for help.
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Sony's iconic Walkman first went on sale in Japan.
The first of four fatal shark attacks happened on New Jersey shores.
The Communist Party of China was founded with Chen Duxiu as the leader.
Japanese whaling ships officially resumed activities after a thirty-one-year hiatus.
The UK returned Hong Kong's control back to China after 156 years of British rule.
