The people of Colombia declared their independence from Spain.
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Single 'In-a-gadda-da-vida' by Iron Butterfly became the first heavy metal song to hit the charts.
The Colony of British Columbia joined the Canadian Confederation.
South Korea elected Syngman Rhee as their first president.
The USS Constitution set sail for the first time in 116 years.
Jane Asher broke up her engagement to Paul McCartney live on television.
