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Here’s a look at some interesting events that took place on this day in history: 1775 – Patrick Henry opposes British policy by declaring, “Give me liberty, or give me death!” (More info) 1839 – The initials “O.K.” are first published in the Boston Morning Post (More info)

Here’s a look at some interesting events that took place on this day in history: 1765 – The British Parliament passes the Stamp Act that introduces a tax to be levied directly on its American colonies (More info) 1894 – The first Stanley Cup championship game is won by the Montreal Amateur Athletic Association, which triumphed over the Ottawa Capitals (More info)

Here’s a look at some notable birthdays being celebrated today: William Shatner Age: 81 Occupation: Actor Known For: Becoming a cultural icon for his portrayal of Capt. James T. Kirk on the sci-fi series ‘Star Trek’ and in many of its namesake movies, starring on the series ‘T. J. Hooker,’ ‘The Practice’ and ‘Boston Legal,’ various work as a musician, author, producer, director and celebrity pitch

Here’s a look at some notable birthdays being celebrated today: Matthew Broderick Age: 50 Occupation: Actor Known For: Playing the title character in the classic movie ‘Ferris Bueller’s Day Off,’ voicing Adult Simba in ‘The Lion King’ film franchise, portraying Leo Bloom in the Hollywood and Broadway productions of ‘The Producers,’ winning two Tony Awards, and his marriage to Sarah Jessica Parker

Here’s a look at some interesting events that took place on this day in history: 1804 – Napoleonic Code is approved in France, giving the country its first post-revolutionary set of laws concerning property, colonial affairs, the family, and individual rights (More info) 1963 – Alcatraz Prison in San Francisco Bay closes down and transfers its last prisoners (More info)

Here’s a look at some interesting events that took place on this day in history: 1852 – Harriet Beecher Stowe’s ‘Uncle Tom’s Cabin’ is published (More info) 1854 – Members of the Whig Party splinter off into a new group they call the Republican Party (More info)

Here’s a look at some interesting events that took place on this day in history: 1920 – The United States Senate rejects the Treaty of Versailles for the second time (More info) 1931 – The Nevada legislature legalizes gambling in an attempt to lift the state out of the hard times caused by the Great Depression (More info)

Here’s a look at some notable birthdays being celebrated today: Glenn Close Age: 65 Occupation: Actress Known For: Being a six-time Oscar nominee for her roles in movies including ‘The Big Chill,’ ‘Fatal Attraction’ and ‘Dangerous Liaisons,’ winning three Tonys for her work on Broadway, and her current role on the TV series ‘Damages’

Here’s a look at some interesting events that took place on this day in history: 44 BC – On the “Ides of March,” Julius Caesar is stabbed to death in the senate house by a group of conspirators led by Cimber, Casca, Cassius, and Marcus Junius Brutus (More info) 1493 – Christopher Columbus returns to Spain after his first trip to the Americas (More info)

Here’s a look at some notable birthdays being celebrated today: Bret Michaels Age: 49 Occupation: Singer, Songwriter and Musician Known For: Singing lead for the band Poison on songs like ‘Talk Dirty to Me,’ ‘Nothin’ but a Good Time’ and ‘Every Rose Has Its Thorn,’ winning ‘Celebrity Apprentice 3,’ several well-publicized health problems, and starring on the ‘Rock of Love’ reality franchise, in wh