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In the 1980 Winter Olympics, the US national hockey team defeated the Soviet Union in a game known as "The Miracle on Ice"
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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.
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In Skamania County, Washington, a major volcano erupted.
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In Manhattan, New York City, Mark David Chapman murdered the famous Beatles member, John Lennon
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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.
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The Hall of Fame Lakers player makes an announcement that he has gotten the HIV virus.
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Led by Michael Jordan, the US mens national team won the gold Olympic medal, defeating Croaia.
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In the Super Bowl game against the Buffalo Bills, Troy Aikman and Emmitt Smith led the cowboys to the win.
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Lance Armstrong wins his first of seven Tour de France competitions.
