Tajikistan declared its independence from the Soviet Union.
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President Lyndon B signed the National Traffic and Motor Safety Act, which set new standards for vehicles and drivers.
The tomb of a goldsmith family dating back 3,500 years was discovered near Luxor, Egypt.
California became the 31st state to join the United States of America.
Naughty Dog released their first 3D video game, Crash Bandicoot, for the PlayStation.
John Lennon released his second album, 'Imagine.'
