American construction worker Rodney King received $3.8 million in compensation after suffering police brutality on March 3, 1991.
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The Battle of Lexington and Concord began, which kicked off the American Revolutionary War between 1775 & 1783.
NetherRealm's Mortal Kombat, the first game in the franchise reboot, was released for PS3 and Xbox 360.
Captain James Cook sighted Australia for the first time.
Johnny Cash released his 'Ring of Fire' single.
The Roman Catholic Church declared Joan of Arc a saint.