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Lonnie Johnson Was Granted a Patent for the Super Soaker
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1986
Considered to be one of the most significant toys in the history of the US, on May 27, 1986, Lonnie Johnson was granted a patent for a toy he called the "Squirt Gun," which would ultimately become the Super Soaker.
The Golden Gate Bridge Opened
1937
One of the most internationally recognized symbols of San Francisco and California was built at a cost of $610 million in 2023 dollars.
Sex Pistols Released 'God Save the Queen'
1977
The record caused such a stir that the BBC banned it from airplay. Despite the ban, the song ended up reaching the No. 2 spot on the UK Singles Chart.
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