The USS Holland (SS-1) became the first modern submarine commissioned for the United States Navy.
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The world's strongest storm ever was recorded.
The six billionth living human being was born.
The Provisional Irish Republican Army attempted to assassinate British Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher.
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, unveiled its iconic Christ The Redeemer statue.
Organized by the Columbian Order, the first recorded 'Columbus Day' was celebrated on this day.
