WikiLeaks published the first US diplomatic cable leak provided by Chelsea Manning.
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Mark Twain's Adventures of Huckleberry Finn was published in the United States.
Capital punishment was declared unconstitutional in California, USA.
The Republic of Gambia gained its independence from the United Kingdom.
The first Ironman Triathlon was held in Kona, Hawaii, USA.
The first official Church of Scientology opened in Los Angeles, California, USA.