Name The Year: Republic of Maldives gains independence from Britain (Nat'l Day).?

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In 1860 M. L. ---------- of New York patented a corkscrew.?

In 1863 Sir Henry---------- , one of the founders of Rolls-Royce, born.?

In 1912 James---------- , former British Prime Minister, born.?

In 1934 Arthur---------- , dancer, dance company director, born.?

In 1942 Michael---------- , actor (Three Musketeers), born.?