Historical Events
1291
The Swiss Confederation is founded.
1834
Slavery is abolished throughout the British Empire.
1944
Anne Frank writes her final diary entry.
1966
The University of Texas tower shooting kills 14 people.
1981
MTV launches, becoming the first 24-hour music television channel.
Famous Birthdays
1779
Francis Scott Key
American lawyer who wrote the poem that became "The Star-Spangled Banner."
1819
Herman Melville
American novelist known for Moby-Dick.
1936
Yves Saint Laurent
French fashion designer who co-founded YSL.
1942
Jerry Garcia
American musician and co-founder of the Grateful Dead.
1981
Pitbull
American rapper and singer known for Give Me Everything.
