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Here’s a look at some interesting events that took place on this day in history: 1606 – Guy Fawkes, a chief conspirator in a plot to blow up the British Parliament building, jumps to his death moments before his execution for treason (More info) 1747 – The first venereal disease clinic opens at London Lock Hospital (More info)

Here’s a look at some notable birthdays being celebrated today: Gene Hackman Age: 82 Occupation: Actor Known For: Oscar-winning performances in ‘The French Connection’ and ‘Unforgiven,’ starring in other notable films including ‘Superman,’ ‘Hoosiers,’ ‘Mississippi Burning’ and ‘The Royal Tenenbaums,’ and recently sustaining minor injuries when he was struck by a car while bicycling

Here’s a look at some interesting events that took place on this day in history: 1835 – In the House chamber of the US Capitol, President Andrew Jackson survives the first attempt against the life of a US president (More info) 1933 – Adolf Hitler is sworn in as Chancellor of Germany (More info)

Here’s a look at some notable birthdays being celebrated today: Tom Selleck Age: 67 Occupation: Actor Known For: Starring as the title character on the series ‘Magnum, P.I.,’ playing Monica’s adorable boyfriend Richard on ‘Friends,’ appearing in movies like ‘Three Men and a Baby,’ currently portraying NYPD Police Commissioner Frank Reagan on the CBS drama ‘Blue Bloods,’ and his signature mustache

Here’s a look at some interesting events that took place on this day in history: 1845 – Edgar Allan Poe’s first published work, ‘The Raven,’ appears in the New York Evening Mirror (More info) 1936 – The first inductees into the Baseball Hall of Fame in Cooperstown, NY are announced: Ty Cobb, Babe Ruth, Honus Wagner, Christy Mathewson and Walter Johnson (More info)

Here’s a look at some interesting events that took place on this day in history: 1915 – An act of Congress creates the United States Coast Guard (More info) 1959 – The Green Bay Packers hire the now-legendary Vince Lombardi as the team’s coach and general manager (More info)

Alan Alda Age: 76 Occupation: Actor, Director and Screenwriter Known For: Brilliantly portraying Dr. Hawkeye Pierce in the iconic TV series ‘M*A*S*H,’ being the first person to win Emmy Awards for acting, writing and directing the same series, appearing in other shows like ‘The West Wing’ and ’30 Rock,’ starring in scores of movies, and his work for women’s rights

Here’s a look at some notable birthdays being celebrated today: Mikhail Baryshnikov Age: Dancer, Choreographer and Actor Occupation: 64 Known For: Being one of the greatest and most legendary male ballet dancers of all time, being the artistic director of the American Ballet Theatre, and an acting career that includes an Oscar nomination for ‘The Turning Point’ and a multi-episode gig on ‘Sex and

Here’s a look at some interesting events that took place on this day in history: 1785 – The University of Georgia is founded, becoming the first public university in the United States (More info) 1888 – The National Geographic Society is founded in Washington, DC (More info)

Here’s a look at some interesting events that took place on this day in history: 1788 – Captain Arthur Phillip guides a fleet of 11 British ships carrying convicts to the colony of New South Wales, effectively founding Australia (More info) 1961 – President John F. Kennedy appoints Janet Travell as his personal physician, making her the first woman in history to hold the post (More info) Read Mor

Here’s a look at some notable birthdays being celebrated today: Eddie Van Halen Age: 57 Occupation: Guitar God Known For: Being one of the most influential, original, and talented rock guitarists of the 20th century, co-founding the legendary band Van Halen, songs like ‘Runnin’ with the Devil,’ ‘Jump’ and ‘Right Now,’ and a former marriage to lookalike actress Valerie Bertinelli

Here’s a look at some notable birthdays being celebrated today: Alicia Keys Age: 31 Occupation: Singer, Songwriter and Musician Known For: Selling 30 million albums worldwide, winning a boatload of Grammys, charting singles like ‘Fallin’,’ ‘A Woman’s Worth,’ ‘If I Ain’t Got You’ and ‘No One,’ and her marriage to producer Swizz Beatz