1947- Pakistan gains independence from Great Britain

1969-  British Army deploys on the streets of The North Of Ireland, marking the beginning of Operation Banner

1995 - "Battle of Brit Pop" rival bands Oasis (Roll with It) and Blur (Country House) release singles on the same day

1040- King Duncan I of Scotland killed in battle against his first cousin and rival Macbeth (not murdered in his sleep as in Shakespeare's play). The latter does succeed him as King.