South Africa played host to the first FIFA World Cup in Africa.
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The Rolling Stones hit single 'Paint It Black' reached number 1 in the US.
The comedy-drama musical 'Nashville' written by Robert Altman was released.
Alabama Governor George Wallace stood in front of the schoolhouse door, refusing entry to two African American students.
E.T. the Extra Terrestrial by Steven Spielberg was released.
American leading figure Benjamin Franklin created the Franklin Stove.
