Walter F. Mondale Names Geraldine A. Ferraro as Running Mate in Presidential Elections:
New York Congressperson, Geraldine A. Ferraro, became the first woman to run for office on a major party ticket in the United States.

São Tomé and Príncipe gains independence from Portuguese rule:
The island nation was discovered and colonized by the Portuguese in the 16th century.

First performance of the Rolling Stones:
The British rock band performed for the first time as a group at the Marquee Club in London.