Dr. Bernard Fantus and his team opened the very first “blood bank” in Cook County Hospital, Chicago, US.
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Robert Foster made a world record for holding his breath underwater.
Explorer Christopher Columbus wrote a letter about his travels to the New World.
The musical 'My Fair Lady' had its first performance on Broadway in New York City.
Julius Caesar was assassinated.
The first installment of 'The Godfather,' starring Marlon Brando and Al Pacino, premiered in New York City.