The Holy Emperor Charles V and King Henry VIII of England became allies against France.
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The BBC broadcast the world's first science fiction television program, an adaptation of the play R.U.R.
Researchers announced that gravitational waves had been discovered.
The comic book 'Archie' was first published.
Nelson Mandela was released from prison after being incarcerated for 27 years in South Africa.
The Boston Bicycle Club was formed, becoming the first cycling club in the United States.
