Historical Events
771
Charlemagne becomes the sole ruler of the Frankish Kingdom after the death of his brother.
1791
The Observer, the world's oldest Sunday newspaper, is founded in London.
1872
The Mary Celeste brigantine is found abandoned at sea.
1945
The US Senate approves US participation in the United Nations.
1965
NASA launches the Gemini 7 spacecraft.
Famous Birthdays
1795
Thomas Carlyle
Scottish philosopher and historian who coined the phrase "the dismal science" for economics.
1861
Lillian Russell
American actress and singer known as a symbol of beauty.
1892
Francisco Franco
Spanish general and dictator who ruled Spain from 1939 to 1975.
1949
Jeff Bridges
Academy Award-winning American actor known for The Big Lebowski and Crazy Heart.
1964
Marisa Tomei
Academy Award-winning American actress known for My Cousin Vinny.
