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Ross McWhirter Image 1975: TV presenter Ross McWhirter shot dead

The BBC TV presenter and co-founder of the Guinness Book of Records is killed outside his home.
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General Charles de Gaulle (copyright: AP) Image 1967: De Gaulle says 'non' to Britain - again
The French President, Charles de Gaulle, says he will veto Britain's application to join the Common Market for a second time.
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Damilola Taylor Image 2000: Schoolboy Damilola Taylor dies in stabbing
A 10-year-old schoolboy dies after being stabbed in the leg by a gang of hooded attackers near his home.
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John Major Image 1990: Tories choose Major for Number 10
John Major wins the Conservatives' leadership elections, becoming Britain's new prime minister.
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Flooding in Somalia 1961 Image 1961: RAF flies aid to flood-stricken Somalia
The Royal Air Force begins airlifts of supplies to the desperate flood victims in Somalia.
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1985: Kinnock moves against Militant
The Liverpool district Labour Party is suspended by its national leadership after allegations that the socialist group Militant Tendency is operating within it.
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24 November
Top Story 1963: Kennedy 'assassin' murdered
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25 November
Top Story 1963: John F Kennedy is laid to rest
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26 November
Top Story 1983: �25m gold heist at Heathrow
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28 November
Top Story 1990: Tearful farewell from Iron Lady
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29 November
Top Story 1963: Canadian air disaster kills 118
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30 November
Top Story 1995: Clinton kindles hope in Northern Ireland
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