World Hepatitis Day: This day is observed to raise awareness about hepatitis, a group of infectious diseases that affect the liver. The aim is to prevent new infections and reduce the number of deaths caused by the disease.
National Milk Chocolate Day: This day celebrates milk chocolate, one of the most popular types of chocolate worldwide. It’s made with milk powder, sugar, and cocoa solids, and has a creamy, sweet taste.
World Nature Conservation Day: This day is observed to create awareness about the importance of nature conservation and to encourage people to take action to protect the environment.
Peruvian Independence Day: This day commemorates Peru’s independence from Spain in 1821. It’s a national holiday in Peru, and is celebrated with parades, fireworks, and cultural events.
National Waterpark Day: This day is dedicated to celebrating waterparks, a popular recreational destination for families during the summer. It’s a day to have fun, cool off, and enjoy water rides and attractions.
1540: Thomas Cromwell, chief adviser to King Henry VIII of England, is executed on charges of treason.
1794: The French Revolution leader Robespierre is arrested and executed the following day, ending the Reign of Terror.
1868: The 14th Amendment to the United States Constitution is ratified, granting citizenship and equal protection of the laws to all persons born or naturalized in the country.
1914: World War I officially begins with the declaration of war by Austria-Hungary on Serbia.
1945: A B-25 bomber crashes into the Empire State Building in New York City, killing 14 people and causing extensive damage.
1976: An earthquake in Tangshan, China, kills an estimated 240,000 people, making it one of the deadliest earthquakes in history.
1996: The Centennial Olympic Park bombing in Atlanta, Georgia, kills one person and injures more than 100 others during the Summer Olympics.
2010: WikiLeaks releases more than 91,000 classified documents related to the war in Afghanistan, causing controversy and sparking debate over government transparency and national security.