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Today marks the anniversary of the birth of American actor and director John Huston, known for his iconic films like 'The Maltese Falcon' and 'The African Queen'. Other notable events include the laying of the Statue of Liberty's cornerstone, the signing of the Nuclear test ban treaty, and the formation of the first all-girl hard rock band, The Runaways.
The essential points
- 01John Huston's 46-year career included 15 Oscar nominations and two wins.
- 02The Statue of Liberty's cornerstone was laid on Bedloe's Island in 1884.
- 03The Nuclear test ban treaty was signed by the US, UK, and Soviet Union in 1963.
The full brief
Today marks the anniversary of the birth of American actor and director John Huston, known for his iconic films like 'The Maltese Falcon' and 'The African Queen'. Other notable events include the laying of the Statue of Liberty's cornerstone, the signing of the Nuclear test ban treaty, and the formation of the first all-girl hard rock band, The Runaways.