The Soviet occupation of Hungary ends.

The Reinsurance Treaty between Germany and Russia is signed.

The Wairau Affray, the first serious clash of arms between M?ori and British settlers in the New Zealand Wars, takes place.

A Communist government is installed in Lithuania.

Nik Wallenda becomes the first person to successfully tightrope walk directly over Niagara Falls.

The Stars and Stripes is adopted by Congress as the Flag of the United States.

The Montana Freemen surrender after an 81-day standoff with FBI agents.

The Virginia Declaration of Rights is adopted.

The car maker, Saab produces its first automobile.