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1861 – Texas secedes from the United States near the start of the Civil War. 1924 – The United Kingdom recognizes the United Soviet Socialist Republics, also known as the Soviet Union. 1942 – “Voice of America,” the official external radio and TV service of the U.S. government, begins broadcasting with programs aimed at areas controlled by the Axis powers during World War II. 1964 – The Beatles have their first number one hit in the U.S. with “I Want to Hold Your Hand.”