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4 October

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Contemporary era

1957

Launch of Sputnik 1

On 4 October 1957, the USSR launched Sputnik 1, the first artificial satellite.

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Contemporary era

1883

First Orient Express

On 4 October 1883, the first Orient Express linked Paris to Constantinople.

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From the Middle Ages to the Enlightenment

1582

Gregorian calendar adopted

On 4 October 1582, the Gregorian calendar was adopted; the next day became 15 October.

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