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2021
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2011
“Game of Thrones”, based on the fantasy novels by George R. R. Martin premieres on HBO
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“Thor”, directed by Kenneth Branagh, starring Chris Hemsworth and Natalie Portman, premieres in Sydney, Australia.
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1993
Two Los Angeles police officers convicted in federal court of violating Rodney King’s civil rights and sentenced to prison, while two others are acquitted,
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1982
Queen Elizabeth II signs the Royal Proclamation of Canada’s constitution; ends British authority in Canada; Canada remains a constitutional monarchy and member of the Commonwealth.
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1973
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1970
Paul McCartney’s 1st solo album “McCartney” is released.
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1964
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1937
Daffy Duck’s first appearance, in Porky’s Duck Hunt.
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1875
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