Edward VI was crowned King of England after Henry VIII died.
He was just nine years old when crowned.
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Space Shuttle Challenger exploded just 73 seconds after takeoff, killing all seven crew members.
Michelangelo's famous painting 'Christ of the Woman of Samaria' was sold for a staggering $7.4 million.
Law No. 38 in Iceland was approved, making abortion legal.
Spain founded the Spanish Legion; an army unit made up of foreign soldiers.
Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen was first published in the UK.