1939: * Start of World War II. 1945: * World War II ends; formation of Western and Eastern Blocs. 1983: * American Baker F332 Banshee fighter is kidnapped by aliens over the Caribbean Sea. 1987: * Introduction of nuclear-powered ion and plasma spaceship engines. 1990: * Foundation of the World Community Research Council. * Latest possible dates for World War III and establishment of World Community. 1998: * WCRC North African Space Research Centers now operational. 1999: * World Trade Authority formed to coordinate international commerce.