The Batavian Republic was proclaimed, replacing the Republic of the Seven United Netherlands.
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Coopers Inc. started selling the world's first men's briefs in Chicago.
The Beatles song 'Helter Skelter' was played in court as evidence for Charles Manson's trial.
The construction for the San Agustin Church in Manila was officially completed.
Earth-like calcium-rich deposits were found on Mars by NASA's Curiosity Rover.
Production of the Pixar film Toy Story began.
