Misc: A movie featuring Robin Wright, Carey Elwes, and Andre the Giant?

Questions

In 1812 Charles ---------- (in England), author, born.?

In 1827 Ballet introduced to the U.S. at ---------- Theatre, New York City.?

In 1882 Last bare knuckle champion John L. ---------- KOs Paddy Ryan in Miss.?

In 1944 The assault on ---------- begins.?

In 1962 Garth---------- , C&W singer, born.?