The South Korean alphabet, called “Hangul,” was published.
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Bruce Springsteen released his album 'Tunnel of Love.'
The Dublin and Kingstown Railway officially opened.
Peter the Great of Russia defeated Sweden at the battle of Lesnaya.
A 2,000-strong student protest against police brutality broke out in Belfast, Northern Ireland.
14-year-old girls-rights activist Malala Yousafzai was shot three times on her way to school.
