The pilgrims get their first taste of popcorn, George Washington is born, Elvis hits the charts for the first time, and Team USA pulls off a "Miracle on Ice," all on this day.
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2011: Adele releases her second album, "21," in the United States. The record would top the charts in more than 30 countries, including a 24-week run at No. 1 in the U.S., become the top-selling record of 2011 and win six Grammy Awards, including Song of the Year, Record of the Year and Album of the Year.