President Richard Nixon passed a new law that allowed NASA to build America’s first space shuttle.
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The Great Frost of Europe killed thousands of people.
The world's most famous clown 'Bozo' premiered live on KTLA-TV in Los Angeles, California, US.
The first legal divorce of the American colonies was granted to Anne Clarke.
Construction of the iconic Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco began.
Singer Buddy Holly's last song was released.
