Germany declared war on France and sent its first wave of troops to Belgium to start the attack.
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Tokyo had its hottest day on record, reaching a staggering 102.4°F (39.1°C).
The Anglican Church of America approved a gay bishop.
American coming-of-age teen comedy film 'The Princess Diaries' was released.
Louis VI had his coronation and was crowned the King of France.
Morgan Freeman's car flipped over several times on the highway in Mississippi.