Arc de Triomphe in Paris became the world’s largest triumphal arch at 164 ft tall.
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J. R. R. Tolkien published the original 'The Lord of the Rings: Fellowship of the Ring' novel.
The first Monkeypox deaths outside of Africa were recorded in Brazil and Spain.
King George VI officially opened the 11th modern-day Olympic Games at the Wembley Arena in London, UK.
David Berkowitz, otherwise known as the Son of Sam serial killer, shot his first victims.
Prince Charles and Lady Diana Spencer got married at St. Paul's Cathedral in London.
