Magellan Sails Into Pacific
1520

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First Skywriter Displays Skills Over NYC
1922

In the first public exhibition of this remarkable flying skill, Captain Cyril Turner of the British Royal Air Force spelled out "Hello USA. Call Vanderbilt 7200" in the skies of New York City on this date in 1922.

Over 47,000 calls were received in less than three hours.

Grand Ole Opry Makes Debut
1925

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Coconut Grove Fire Kills 493
1942

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FDR, Churchill, Stalin Meet in Tehran
1943

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