The first photo of the moon was taken by John Draper in New York City.
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Baltimore's iconic Francis Scott Key Bridge collapsed after being struck by a cargo ship.
The battle of Iwo Jima was won by the US after a month and a week of fighting.
East Pakistan declared its independence from Pakistan, forming Bangladesh.
Thomas J Martin patented the fire extinguisher.
Driving tests were introduced in the UK for the first time.
