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United States Hockey defeats Soviet Union
In the 1980 Winter Olympics, the US national hockey team defeated the Soviet Union in a game known as "The Miracle on Ice" -
Operation Eagle Claw
This US attempt to end the Iran hostage crisis was a failure in that they were unable to rescue the 52 members of the US Embassy. -
Mount St. Helens Eruptiom
In Skamania County, Washington, a major volcano erupted. -
John Lennon Assasinated
In Manhattan, New York City, Mark David Chapman murdered the famous Beatles member, John Lennon -
Michael Jordan Hits Playoff Buzzer Beater
In the playoff series against the Cleveland Cavaliers, Michael Jordan hit what is now know as "The Shot", with 3 seconds left to give them the 101-100 win. -
Magic Johnson Announces he has HIV
The Hall of Fame Lakers player makes an announcement that he has gotten the HIV virus. -
The US "Dream Team"
Led by Michael Jordan, the US mens national team won the gold Olympic medal, defeating Croaia. -
Dallas Cowboys Win Super Bowl
In the Super Bowl game against the Buffalo Bills, Troy Aikman and Emmitt Smith led the cowboys to the win. -
OJ Simpson was acquitted with murder
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Yankees Win World Series
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Tiger Woods Wins Masters
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Bill Clinton Impeached
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John F Kennedy Jr Plane Crash
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US Women Win FIFA World Cup
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Lance Armstrong Wins Tour De France
Lance Armstrong wins his first of seven Tour de France competitions.
