The British singer Cliff Richard was knighted by Queen Elizabeth II.
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The original American horror film ''Halloween” premiered in Kansas City, Missouri, US.
Sid Meier's Civilization IV was made available to PC players in North America.
London's last horse-drawn omnibus trip went from London Bridge Station to Moorgate.
The Battle of Agincourt between the English and the French took place.
The Battle of Balaclava took place during the Crimean War.
