1) In Norse mythology, the Valkyries are divine maidens who serve Odin, the chief god. They are responsible for selecting warriors worthy of entering Valhalla and escorting them to the afterlife. They are often depicted as powerful and beautiful figures, riding winged horses and wielding spears.

2) In Aztec mythology, the god Quetzalcoatl is associated with the planet Venus, which was seen as a celestial embodiment of his power. His connection to Venus also ties into his association with fertility, renewal, and the cycles of life, as Venus is associated with beauty, love, and abundance.

3) The fall of the Berlin Wall in 1989 symbolized the end of the Cold War and the reunification of East and West Germany.

4) The Bank of England, established in 1694, is the central bank of the United Kingdom and one of the oldest central banks in the world.