US President Ronald Reagan was made aware that the USSR was stealing US technology and research.
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Marvel's superhero movie 'Captain America: The First Avenger' hit the theaters.
Adolf Hitler offered peace to Great Britain if they would surrender and allow Germany to dominate the country.
'The Midnight Snack' cartoon was released, making it Tom and Jerry's very first appearance.
George IV succeeded his father, George III, as King of the United Kingdom.
Brunel's SS Great Britain ship was launched after taking four years to build.
