British astronomer William Lassell discovered Neptune’s largest moon, Triton.
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The War of the Polish Succession began when France declared war on Austria and Saxony.
Emmeline Pankhurst and her daughters founded the Women’s Social and Political Union.
Sheikh Muszaphar Shukor became the first Malaysian in space aboard Russia's Soyuz TMA-10.
The epic Western drama movie 'Giant' premiered in New York City, US.
A $1 coin was approved by the US Congress, featuring women's suffrage activist Susan B. Anthony.