The country of Georgia joined the United Nations shortly after the country became independent.
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Christopher Columbus discovered Trinity Islands.
Christchurch, New Zealand, became the colony's first city by royal charter.
Cliff Richard and The Drifters' single 'Living Doll' reached number one in the UK charts and stayed there for six weeks.
The Royal Navy began rationing rum.
Nobleman John Komnenos the Fat attempted to steal the imperial throne from Alexios III Angelos.