American department store Kohl’s opened their first store in Brookfield, Wisconsin.
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An extreme category 5 hurricane called Gilbert hit Jamaica, with the eye of the storm being 15 miles wide.
The Greeks defeated the Persians in the Battle of Marathon.
Lady Gaga wore a full outfit made of meat for the MTV Video Music Awards.
American actress Katherine Hepburn had her first stage performance in New York City, where she played in 'Night Hostess.'
Henry Hudson began a journey up the river that would later be named after him – the Hudson River.
