1776- A British plot to murder George Washington is uncovered when his housekeeper, Phoebe Fraunces of the Fraunces Tavern family, warns the general that his meal has been poisoned.

1938- Heavyweight champion Joe Louis knocks out Max Schmeling in the first round of their rematch at Yankee Stadium.

1981- Mark David Chapman pleads guilty to the murder of ex-Beatle John Lennon.

1987- Legendary dancer Fred Astaire, who started as a hoofer on Broadway, dies at age 88 in Los Angeles.

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