English composer Henry Purcell was appointed organist of the Chapel Royal, London.
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The French Revolution began when the Parisians invaded Bastille Prison.
Ferrari secured its first Grand Prix victory at the 1951 British Grand Prix.
Harper Lee's second novel, 'Go Set a Watchman,' was published.
The Everly Brothers broke up after Phil Avery smashed guitar and stormed off stage.
Batman's 'The Dark Knight' premiered in London.
