The historical drama “The King’s Speech” premiered at Telluride Festival in the United States.
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Swaziland gained independence from the United Kingdom.
'Victoria' became the world's first recorded ship to have circumnavigated the globe when it arrived back in Spain.
The First Battle of the Marne began during World War I.
7-month-old twins joined at the back of the head were successfully separated.
The Long Parliament ordered all theaters to close in London, including The Globe Theatre, which was once partly owned by William Shakespeare.
