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It happened on a… June 7

2018

Mars Curiosity Rover finds organic matter, including methane, on Mars in studies published in journal “Science”.

2004

Stanley Cup Final, Amalie Arena, Tampa, FL: Tampa Bay Lightning beat Calgary Flames, 2-1 for 4-3 series win; Tampa Bay’s 1st-ever appearance in final.

1990

Universal Studios Florida opens in Orlando, FL.

1989

Wayne Gretzky wins his ninth NHL Hart (MVP) Trophy in 10 years.

1982

Priscilla Presley opens Graceland to the public; the bathroom where Elvis Presley died five years earlier was kept off-limits.

1965

Sony Corporation unveiled its brand new consumer home videotape recorder. The black and white only unit sold for $995.

1963

1st Rolling Stones TV appearance (Thank Your Lucky Stars) & release 1st single, “Come On”.

1929

Vatican City becomes a sovereign state.

1775

The United Colonies changed their name to the United States.

1654

Louis XIV crowned King of France.

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