Batman’s “The Dark Knight” premiered in London.
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Ferrari secured its first Grand Prix victory at the 1951 British Grand Prix.
Harper Lee's second novel, 'Go Set a Watchman,' was published.
English composer Henry Purcell was appointed organist of the Chapel Royal, London.
The French Revolution began when the Parisians invaded Bastille Prison.
American outlaw Billy the Kid, also known as William H, Bonney was shot dead by police.