Harper Lee’s second novel, “Go Set a Watchman,” was published.
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Alpinists reached the summit of Matterhorn for the first time.
A patent was granted to Robert Goddard for a liquid-filled rocket.
The French Revolution began when the Parisians invaded Bastille Prison.
English composer Henry Purcell was appointed organist of the Chapel Royal, London.
Dr. Benjamin Spock's book 'Common Sense Book of Baby & Child Care' was published.
