George Washington crossed Delaware, in which he surprised and defeated 1,400 Hessians.
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William the Conqueror was crowned king of England at Westminster Abbey, London.
To Kill a Mockingbird film was released.
Paul McCartney and actress Jane Asher announced their engagement.
The play 'Why Marry?' opened at the Astor Theatre in New York City.
Mikhail Gorbachev resigned from his position as Prime Minister of the Soviet Union.