UnScramble this Word: t a o r c e s s?

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George Steinbrenner, NY Yankees owner/ship builder/horse owner, born.?

Philippines gains independence from US.?

Ron Kovic disabled vietnam vet (Born on 4th of July was based on his life), born.?

West Germany beats Hungary 3-2 for soccer's 5th World Cup in Bern.?

"Give Peace a Chance" by John Lennon and the Plastic Ono Band is released in the UK.?