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Annie S Swan, novelist, died.
Annie S Swan, novelist, died. …

Viscount Cunningham, British admiral issued his command Sink, burn and destroy; let nothing pass
Viscount Cunningham, British admiral issued his command Sink, burn and destroy; let nothing pass …

Aircraft carrier HMS Dasher blew up and sank off the island of Arran, loss of 350 crew
Aircraft carrier HMS Dasher blew up and sank off the island of Arran, loss of 350 crew HMS Dasher (D37) was a British Royal Navy aircraft carrier, of the Avenger class, converted merchant vessels, and one of the shortest-lived escort carriers. She served in the Second World War and sank on 27 March 1943. …

William John Bremner, professional footballer and manager, born in Scotland
William John Bremner, professional footballer and manager, born in Scotland William John Bremner (9 December 1942 – 7 December 1997) was a Scottish professional footballer and manager. Regarded as one of the game’s great midfielders, he combined precision passing skills with tenacious tackling and physical stamina. He played for Leeds United from 1959 to 1976, serving as captain from 1965, in one of the most successful periods in the club’s history. …

Comedian and actor Billy Connolly born
Comedian and actor Billy Connolly born Sir William Connolly CBE, the Scottish comedian, actor, and musician, was born on November 24, 1942, in Anderston, Glasgow, Scotland. Connolly is widely regarded as one of the greatest stand-up comedians of his generation and has had a successful career spanning several decades. …