The Skylab, America’s first space station, was destroyed as it entered Earth’s atmosphere over the Indian Ocean.
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The city of Tijuana in Mexico was founded.
The United Nations declared Matej Gaspar as the five billionth person in the world.
Pope Clement VII excommunicated King Henry VIII of England for his terrible behavior.
Charlotte Cooper won a gold medal, making her the first individual female Olympic champion.
Chinese mariner and explorer Zheng He set sail with his fleet to explore the world for the first time.
