World Art Nouveau Day: This day is observed to celebrate the Art Nouveau movement, which was popular in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The movement emphasized decorative arts, architecture, and graphic design, and is characterized by intricate, organic designs.
World Handicapped Day: This day is observed to raise awareness about the rights and needs of people with disabilities, and to promote their inclusion in society.
National Ballpoint Pen Day: This day is observed to celebrate the invention of the ballpoint pen, which was patented on June 10, 1940 by László Bíró. The ballpoint pen is now one of the most widely used writing instruments in the world.
Portugal Day: This day is a national holiday in Portugal, and commemorates the death of Luís de Camões, a celebrated Portuguese poet, on June 10, 1580. The day is also known as Camões Day, and is celebrated with parades, concerts, and other cultural events.
Alcoholics Anonymous Founders’ Day: This day is observed to commemorate the founding of Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) on June 10, 1935. AA is a fellowship of people who share their experiences and support each other in their efforts to overcome alcoholism.
323 BC: Alexander the Great, king of Macedon, died in Babylon at the age of 32.
1190: Holy Roman Emperor Frederick I drowned while crossing the Saleph River during the Third Crusade.
1776: The Continental Congress appointed a committee to draft a Declaration of Independence from Britain.
1924: Fascist leader Enrico de Nicola became the youngest President of Italy.
1944: The Battle of Saipan began during World War II, with American forces landing on the Japanese-held island of Saipan in the Northern Mariana Islands.
1967: The Six-Day War between Israel and neighboring Arab states began as Israel launched a preemptive strike against Egypt, Jordan, and Syria.
2003: The Spirit rover, part of NASA’s Mars Exploration Rover mission, was launched to explore Mars.
