The US Postal Service was founded.
Benjamin Franklin was named the first Postmaster General.
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Francisco Pizarro became the Governor of Castile, which is a historic area of modern-day Peru.
Niger President Mohamed Bazoum was removed from office by a military coup.
The Summer Olympic Games opening ceremony was held outdoors for the first time ever.
Platform diver Tom Daley won his first Olympic gold medal in men's synchronized diving, 13 years after his first Olympic games.
Alice in Wonderland premiered in London.
