The USSR launched the Sputnik III.
This satellite was carrying a variety of tools for geophysical research.
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The world's first Mcdonald's opened in San Bernardino, California.
The 'Portrait of Dr. Gachet' by Vincent van Gogh was sold for $82.5 million in three minutes.
Las Vegas was officially founded.
The British Legion was formed to take care of veterans by giving financial, social, and emotional support to members and veterans of the British Armed Forces.
Mickey Mouse appeared in his first cartoon.
