333 US marines invaded Haiti, beginning a 19-year occupation.
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Furniture retailer IKEA opened its first store in Sweden.
Meghan Markle became the first-ever guest editor for UK Vogue.
English poet Henry James Pye became Poet Laureate in the United Kingdom.
Gangster-drama movie 'On the Waterfront' hit US theaters.
Idaho's hottest day was recorded at a scorching 118°F (48°C).