The Republic of Gambia gained its independence from the United Kingdom.
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Winston Churchill gave his first speech in the British House of Commons.
Henry VIII, known then as Henry Tudor, established the title 'The Prince of Wales.'
The first Ironman Triathlon was held in Kona, Hawaii, USA.
The Perseverance rover successfully landed on Mars.
Mark Twain's Adventures of Huckleberry Finn was published in the United States.
