The world’s first adhesive postage stamp, the Penny Black, was used in a public postal system in the United Kingdom.
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The Hindenburg zeppelin caught fire and was destroyed while attempting to dock in New Jersey.
Bob Hope performed his first United Service Organization show at California's March Field for service members and their families.
Both Michael Jackson and the Bee Gees were inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.
Bobcat Goldthwait was charged with two misdemeanors after setting a chair on fire during his appearance on 'The Tonight Show.'
On the passing of his father, Edward VII, George V became the King of Great Britain, Ireland, and all its overseas territories.
