Siege of Dubrovnik
The Siege began during the Croatian War of Independence.

Formation of Federal Republic of Cameroon
Southern Cameroon joined the Republic of Cameroon to form the Federal Republic of Cameroon.

Thalidomide launched
An anti-nausea drug and sleep-aid, was launched. For about five years it was commonly prescribed to pregnant women as a drug to deal with morning sickness. It was withdrawn from the market after it was determined that it caused birth defects.

People’s Republic of china is established
Mao Zedong declared the establishment of the People’s Republic of China.