England’s King Henry VIII died at age 55; he was succeeded by his 9-year-old son, Edward VI.

1813

The novel “Pride and Prejudice” by Jane Austen was first published, anonymously, in London.

1956

Elvis Presley made his first national TV appearance on “Stage Show,” hosted by Tommy and Jimmy Dorsey.

1986

The space shuttle Challenger exploded 73 seconds after liftoff from Cape Canaveral, Florida, killing all 7 crew members including teacher Christa McAuliffe.