Spanish conquistadors defeated a large Aztec army at the Battle of Otumba.
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Sir Isaac Newton gained a master's degree from Trinity College, Cambridge, England.
Nelson Mandela stepped down as President.
The London bombings took place.
Jesse James and the famous James-Younger Gang robbed the Missouri Pacific Railroad near Otterville, Missouri, US.
In just 57 seconds, illusionist Harry Houdini successfully unchained himself while underwater.
