US President James Madison signed a declaration of war against Great Britain, marking the beginning of the War of 1812.
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Napoleon was defeated at the Battle of Waterloo.
A large landslide triggered a Tsunami in Nuugaatsiaq, Greenland, damaging several villages.
David Tennant was seen for the first time on Doctor Who.
The western movie 'The Wild Bunch' was released.
Sir Winston Churchill gave his famous 'Finest Hour' speech in the House of Commons.