1412 The Medici family is appointed official banker of the Papacy.
1917 "Zimmermann Telegram" is sent from Germany to Mexico, stating in the event of the US entering World War I on the allied side, Mexico would be given Texas, Arizona and New Mexico. Intercepted by British intelligence and partially deciphered by the next day. It's release in March shifts US public opinion in favor of war against Germany.
1943 Red Army recaptures Pitomnik airport at Stalingrad.
1944 General Eisenhower takes command of Allied Invasion Force in London.
1945 Adolf Hitler moves into the Fuhrerbunker, his underground bunker in Berlin.
1957 3 B-52s leave California for first non-stop round world flights.
1957 Cavern Club opens on Matthews Street in Liverpool, England, home of The Beatles' first appearance.
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