A flying saucer crash at Roswell, New Mexico, was broadcasted to the public.
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The Solar Challenger became the first solar-powered airplane to cross the English Channel.
The state of Vermont became the first to abolish adult slavery after declaring the Constitution of Vermont.
The US Federal Trademark Act began, which allowed authorization of Trademarks.
'Inception,' starring Leonardo DiCaprio and Joseph Gordon-Levitt, premiered in London, England.
The Sega Saturn console was released in Europe following its massive success in Japan & North America.