Edgar the Peaceful, noted for his peacekeeping, became King of England.
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The first volume of 'Little Women' by Louisa May Alcott was published in the US.
The Ford Motor Company shipped the first Ford Model T to a customer.
Nigeria, Africa, gained its independence from British rule.
Sony released the world's first CD player in Japan.
Claudia Sheinbaum was sworn in as Mexico's first female president.
