Moscow was mentioned for the very first time in historical records when two princes met there for a great banquet.
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New York City's Twin Tower World Trade Center was officially opened.
Finland officially joined NATO, becoming the 31st member of the security alliance.
The 21st Commonwealth Games officially began on the Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia.
Adolf Hitler formed the Schutzstaffel, the infamous paramilitary organization known to most as the SS.
NASA's Challenger Space Shuttle was launched from Florida on its maiden voyage.
