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Battle of Midway
Battle of Midway which was Japan's first major naval defeat -
Battle for Kasserine Pass
The U.S's first major defeat against European powers in WWII -
Tehran Conference
The Tehran Conference is held, an important strategy meeting between world leaders -
Yalta Conference
The Yalta Conference is held, an important strategy meeting between Allied world leaders -
Hiroshima Bombing
The Hiroshima Bombing happens which leads to Japan's surrender. -
NBA founded
The NBA (National Basketball Association), which was originally called the Basketball Association of America, is founded. -
Philippines become Independent
The US gives the Philippines independence as a nation -
NATO founded
The North American Treaty Organization (NATO) is founded between US, Canada, and many European Nations as a defensive alliance -
Truman Doctrine
The Truman Doctrine, which woiuld financially aid Greece and Turkey against communism, is implemented -
First Color Television
First Color Television is sold to the public