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Events on Thursday 14 July 1977 2
1977New York City blackoutLooting and arson grip the cityA complete electricity blackout plunged New York City into darkness on July 13–14, 1977. Unlike the 1965 blackout, this one triggered widespread looting, arson and disorder across the city, with over 3,000 arrests.
1977 – presentCrown Princess VictoriaThe Future QueenThe heir apparent. Her position was secured by the 1979 change in the Act of Succession.