Nero began his reign as Roman Emperor at the age of 16, as his predecessor Claudius died from suspicious circumstances.
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115,000-year-old human bones found in Poland turned out to be from a Neanderthal child who was eaten by a giant bird.
The citizens of Texas accepted the new constitution and approved the annexation ordinance.
Charles Messier discovered the Whirlpool Galaxy.
The American drama film 'All About Eve,' by Joseph L. Mankiewicz starring Bette Davis, premiered in the US.