Nevada became the 36th state to join the United States of America.
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The Big Cat, aka Earl Lloyd, became the first African-American to play in the NBA.
The Indian Prime Minister, Indira Gandhi, was assassinated.
After over four years in the making, Michelangelo unveiled 'The Last Judgment' painting at the Sistine Chapel, Vatican City.
The Statue of Unity in India was officially completed making it the world's tallest statue at 597 ft (182 m).
After 14 years of work, Mount Rushmore was completed.
