The American state of New Jersey was the first state to ratify the Bill of Rights.
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English singer-songwriter Adele released her third studio album, '25.'
MTV and Harmonix released Rock Band for PS3 and Xbox 360 in North America.
Roman soldier Diocletian was appointed the new Roman Emperor after Roman Emperor Carus's death.
The Georgia Dome in Atlanta was blown to smithereens in a controlled demolition.
Queen Elizabeth II married Philip Mountbatten at Westminster Abbey in London.
