On This Day In History

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1600 -Battle at Nieuwpoort: Maurice Count of Nassau leads an Anglo-Dutch army to victory over the Spanish led by Albert, Duke of Burgundy

1613 -The first English expedition from Massachusetts against Acadia led by Samuel Argall

1644- Battle of Marston Moor, North Yorkshire: Parliamentary forces under Lords Fairfax and Manchester defeat royalists led by Prince Rupe

1679- Europeans first visit Minnesota and see headwaters of Mississippi in an expedition led by Daniel Greysolon de Du Luth

1681- Earl of Shaftesbury arrested for high treason

1687-King James II disbands English parliament1776 -At the Continental Congress, John Dickinson abstains from the votes that declare independence

1776-- New Jersey gives the right to vote to all adults who could show a net worth of 50 pounds

1843- An alligator falls from sky during a thunderstorm in Charleston, South Carolina

1847- Envelope bearing 1st US 10 cent stamps used (still exists today)

1850 -Benjamin Lane patents gas mask with a breathing apparatus

1858- Partial emancipation of Russian serfs

1861- Battle of Hoke's Run, West Virginia - small Union victory

1862- Lincoln signs act granting land for state agricultural colleges
Slavery Divide Triggers America’s Civil War

1863- 2nd day of the Battle of Gettysburg (US Civil War)



Music History


2015-For the first time ever, Rush make the cover of Rolling Stone. The magazine and their cohorts at the Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame (which didn't induct the band until 2013), have given Rush short shrift throughout their career, but even diehard fans are pleased with the piece.

2014-On her website, Jewel announces she will be divorcing husband Ty Murray after almost six years of marriage.

2014-In Grand Rapids, Michigan, a new group called The Raskins play their first show on the Mötley Crüe Final Tour, which also includes Alice Cooper. They later süe the Crüe, claiming they paid $1 million for the privilege, but received heaps of abuse in return.More

2001-Oasis frontman Liam Gallagher welcomes his first child, Gene Gallagher, with girlfriend (and future wife) Nicole Appleton (of All Saints).

2001-Liverpool renames its airport the "Liverpool John Lennon Airport" after its famous native.

1994-Green Day frontman Billie Joe Armstrong marries Adrienne Nesser. The next day, Adrienne discovers she is pregnant with their son, Joseph.

1992-Mick Jagger's daughter Jade makes him a grandfather when her daughter Assisi Lola Jackson is born.

Ice Cube Stars In Boyz N The Hood
1991-In his first acting role, Ice Cube stars alongside Cuba Gooding Jr. in the acclaimed drama Boyz N the Hood. Writer/director John Singleton wrote the role of troubled gangster Darrin "Doughboy" Baker specifically for the ex-N.W.A rapper.More

Under The Cherry Moon Released
1986-The second Prince movie, Under the Cherry Moon, hits theaters. Unlike the first, Purple Rain, Prince directs it himself.More

1983-Michelle Branch is born in Sedona, Arizona.

1982-Harmonica player DeFord Bailey dies at age 82. A cast member at the Grand Ole Opry throughout the 1930s, he was the first African American inducted into the institution. In 2005, he entered the Country Music Hall of Fame.

1981-Bruce Springsteen plays the first of six sold-out shows at the new Byrne Arena in New Jersey. His average show lasts 28 songs.

1980-Grateful Dead's Mickey Hart and Bob Weir are arrested and charged with inciting a riot at San Diego Sports Arena to break up a drug bust.

1976-A battered Tina Turner leaves husband Ike in Dallas, Texas, after one final blowout. She files for divorce later in the month.

1973-Brian Eno quits Roxy Music over a spat with lead singer Bryan Ferry.


1970-Rapper Monie Love is born Simone Gooden in Battersea, London, England.

1969-Mountain form in Long Island with former Vagrants member Leslie West at the helm.

1969-Barbra Streisand starts a month-long run of shows to open the new 2000-seat theater at the International Hotel in Las Vegas. She's breaking in the venue for Elvis Presley, who starts a run of shows there on July 31.

1967-Rick Nelson stars in the short-lived (it lasts three months) TV series Malibu U on ABC.

1965-Dave Parsons (bassist for Bush) is born in Hillingdon, London, England.

1963-Little-known Barbra Streisand plays Las Vegas for the first time, opening for Liberace at the Riviera. She returns to Vegas as a top draw in 1969, becoming the first artist to play the Showroom Internationale in the International Hotel.

1958-Elvis Presley's fourth movie, King Creole, opens while The King is serving in the Army. Elvis gets surprisingly good reviews for his acting.

1956-Elvis Presley records "Hound Dog" at the RCA studios in New York City. Needing a B-side, Elvis and his team listen to some demos and find a song called "Don't Be Cruel," which they also record in the session. The two songs are released 11 days later as a double-A-side single and set numerous records for sales and chart position.

1955-The Lawrence Welk Show premieres on ABC.

1954-Pete Briquette (bassist for The Boomtown Rats) is born Patrick Martin Cusack in Ballyjamesduff, County Cavan, Ireland. His stage name is a nod to his homeland, where peat briquettes were burned for heat.

1952-Johnny Colla, who plays guitar and saxophone for Huey Lewis & the News and also assists with songwriting, is born in Sacramento, California.

1949-Roy "The Professor" Bittan (keyboardist for Bruce Springsteen's E Street Band) is born in Rockaway Beach, Queens, New York.

1939-Leapy Lee, known for the 1968 hit single "Little Arrows," is born Graham Pulleyblank in Eastbourne, England.

1939-Paul Williams (original lead singer for The Temptations) is born in Birmingham, Alabama.

1934-Folk singer Tom Springfield (of The Springfields) is born Dionysius P. A. O'Brien in Hampstead, London, England. He'll welcome sister Dusty Springfield a few years later.

1714-Opera composer Christoph Willibald Gluck is born in what is now Bavaria, Germany.

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1428- Treaty of Delft signed between Jacqueline of Bavaria and Philip the Good of Burgundy, ending the Hook and Cod wars in the County of Holland

Founding of Quebec
1608- Samuel de Champlain founds the city of Quebec

1630- Emperor Ferdinand II opens German Parliament
1720- Sweden and Denmark sign peace treaty

Washington Surrenders
1754 -George Washington surrenders to French, Fort Necessity (7 Years' War)

1767 -Norway's oldest newspaper still in print, Adresseavisen, is founded (first edition published this date)

1767- Pitcairn Island is discovered by Midshipman Robert Pitcairn on an expeditionary voyage in the Pacific, commanded by Philip Carteret

1775- George Washington takes command of Continental Army at Cambridge, Massachusetts

1778- British forces massacre 360 men, women and children in Wyoming, Pennsylvania

1778- Prussia declares war on Austria

1806- Michael Keens exhibits 1st large-scale cultivated strawberry—a large fruit strawberry, called the Keen Seedling

1814- Americans capture Fort Erie, Canada (War of 1812)

1819- 1st savings bank in US (Bank of Savings in NYC) opens its doors

1839 -1st state normal school in US opens, Lexington, Massachusetts, with 3 students

1841 -John Couch Adams decides to determine position of an unknown planet by irregularities it causes in the motion of Uranus

1844 -The last pair of Great Auks is killed

Théâtre Robert-Houdin Opens
1845- Pioneering French magician Jean Eugène Robert-Houdin opens his magic theatre in Paris

1848- Slaves freed in Danish West Indies (now US Virgin Islands)

1849- The French enter Rome in order to restore Pope Pius IX to power; proves a major obstacle to Italian unification

1852 -Congress authorizes US's 2nd mint (San Francisco, California)

1861- Colonel Jackson receives his commission as brigadier general

1861- Martinsburg, Virginia - Confederate forces pull out before US advance
Pony Express

1861 -Pony Express arrives in San Francisco with overland letters from NY

1883 -SS Daphne sinks on Clyde River in Scotland; 195 die

1884 -Dow Jones publishes its first stock index, the Dow Jones Transportation Average

1886 -1st NY Tribune printing using 1st commercial linotype machine



Music History


2021-Gwen Stefani and Blake Shelton get married at Shelton's ranch in Oklahoma. They met in 2014 when they were judges on the TV show The Voice and started dating a year later.

2020-Ryan Adams publicly apologizes for mistreating women he has worked with, claiming he is now sober and chastened. Sixteen months earlier, several female musicians he worked with, including his ex-wife Mandy Moore, accused him of controlling and sometimes abusive behavior.

2016-Maren Morris releases her first major-label album, Hero. It goes to #1 on the Country chart and includes one of her most enduring songs, "My Church."

2012-Frank Ocean posts a letter on his Tumblr detailing an unrequited love for a man when he was 19, inspiration for his song "Bad Religion." It's an early example of a high-profile hip-hop artist addressing a same-sex relationship.

2009-Algerian music star Cheb Mami (real name Ahmed Khelifati Mohammed) is sentenced by a French court to five years in prison for abducting his former girlfriend and trying to force her to have an abortion. Mami is best known in America for his collaboration with Sting on the song "Desert Rose."

2008-Colin Cooper (leader of Climax Blues Band) dies of cancer at age 69.

2007-Boots Randolph, known for the 1968 hit "Yakety Sax," dies of a brain hemorrhage a month after his 80th birthday.

2004-Glenn Danzig gets in a fight backstage after a Danzig show when a member of support band North Side Kings confronts him because they were bumped from the bill and didn't play that night. Danzig pushes the guy but gets punched in the face in retaliation.

2001-Sum 41 release their debut single, "Fat Lip." The song goes on to top the Modern Rock Tracks chart.

2001-Delia Derbyshire, who helped create the electronic sounds on the Doctor Who theme, dies aged 64.

1996-At the Kemper Arena in Kansas City, Alice in Chains play their last show with lead singer Layne Staley, who dies in 2002.

1996-Cliff Richard leads the Wimbledon Centre Court crowd in singing during a rain delay. His backing singers are former tennis stars Virginia Wade, Martina Navratilova, Hana Mandlíková, Pam Shriver, Liz Smylie, Gigi Fernández and Conchita Martinez.

1995-D'Angelo releases his debut album, Brown Sugar.

1990P-olice pursue Slick Rick through the streets of New York after the rapper attempts to shoot his cousin and former bodyguard, Mark Plummer, and wounds an innocent bystander instead. Plummer had been extorting money from Rick and threatening the rapper's family, so Rick took matters - and weapons - into his own hands. He's charged with a host of crimes, including two counts of attempted murder, and serves five years at Rikers Island.

1986-Bono's 26-year-old personal assistant Greg Carroll is killed in a motorcycle act while running an errand in Dublin. U2's next album, The Joshua Tree, is dedicated to Carroll, who inspired the song "One Tree Hill."

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1976-At a show in Anaheim, California, Brian Wilson appears onstage with The Beach Boys for the first time in 12 years.

1976-Shane Lynch (of Boyzone) is born in Donaghmede, North-east Dublin, Ireland.

1975-Labelle is the first Black vocal group to appear on the cover of Rolling Stone. Donning sexy space-age costumes, the "Lady Marmalade" hitmakers are given the tagline "Comin' Comin' Comin' To Getcha."

1975-Three Dog Night's Chuck Negron is arrested in his hotel room and charged with cocaine possession on the opening night of a tour.

1969-Kevin Hearn (keyboardist for Barenaked Ladies) is born in Grimsby, Ontario, Canada.

1965-The Beach Boys Summer Spectacular tour stops at the Hollywood Bowl in Los Angeles. This date includes performances by The Byrds, Sonny & Cher, The Righteous Brothers, and of course, The Beach Boys. Also on the bill: The Kinks, who are having a miserable time in America and at war with their manager Larry Page, who flies back to England the next day.

1960-Synth-pop innovator Vince Clarke is born Vincent John Martin in South Woodford, England. An early member of Depeche Mode, he writes the group's breakthrough hit, "Just Can't Get Enough," before forming Yazoo ("Only You," "Situation") and Erasure ("A Little Respect," "Chains of Love").

1960-Muddy Waters brings the blues to a wider audience with a riveting performance at the Newport Jazz Festival punctuated by his rendition of "Got My Mojo Working."

1958-Country singer Aaron Tippin is born in Pensacola, Florida, but will be raised in Travelers Rest, South Carolina.

1957-Stephen Pearcy (former frontman of Ratt) is born in San Diego, California.

1952-Bass guitarist/vocalist Andy Fraser (of Free) is born in Paddington, London, England.

1952-Pop singer Laura Branigan ("Gloria," "Self Control") is born. She is raised in Armonk, New York.

1951-Mike Corby (keyboardist/lead guitarist of The Babys, which he founded) is born in Windsor, Berkshire, England.

1947-Actress/singer Betty Buckley, Tony Award-winner for her role as Grizabella in the original Broadway production of Cats, is born in Big Spring, Texas.

1943-Judith Durham (lead singer of The Seekers) is born Judith Mavis Cock in Essendon, Victoria, Australia.

1940-Fontella Bass, known for the 1965 soul hit "Rescue Me," is born in St. Louis, Missouri.

1929-David Lynch (of The Platters) is born in St. Louis, Missouri.

1895-Scott Joplin's "A Picture Of Her Face" is copyrighted.

1854-Czech composer Leoš Janáček is born in Hukvaldy, Moravia.

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The Declaration of Independence (1776)
The most iconic event associated with July 4th is the adoption of the Declaration of Independence in 1776. This monumental document, drafted primarily by Thomas Jefferson, was officially adopted by the Continental Congress in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It marked the Thirteen Colonies’ formal separation from Great Britain and the birth of the United States of America.

The Declaration of Independence articulated the colonies’ grievances against King George III and emphasized the fundamental rights of individuals, including life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. It was a radical assertion of self-governance and human rights that inspired numerous other movements for independence and democratic governance worldwide. The principles enshrined in the Declaration continue to resonate globally, symbolizing the enduring quest for freedom and equality.

Louisiana Purchase (1803)
On July 4, 1803, President Thomas Jefferson announced the Louisiana Purchase, a landmark deal between the United States and France. This agreement involved the acquisition of approximately 828,000 square miles of territory west of the Mississippi River, effectively doubling the size of the United States at that time.

The Louisiana Purchase was negotiated by American envoys Robert R. Livingston and James Monroe, who secured the territory for $15 million. This strategic acquisition opened vast tracts of land for settlement and exploration, significantly expanding the young nation’s geographic and economic horizons. It also demonstrated the United States’ growing influence and ambition on the global stage, setting the stage for further westward expansion and manifest destiny.

Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland (1865)
July 4, 1865, marked the publication of “Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland,” a novel by Lewis Carroll (the pen name of Charles Lutwidge Dodgson). This whimsical tale of a young girl’s journey through a fantastical world has become one of the most beloved and enduring works of children’s literature.

Carroll’s imaginative storytelling, combined with John Tenniel’s iconic illustrations, created a timeless classic that continues to captivate readers of all ages. The book’s exploration of logic, language, and absurdity has also made it a subject of academic interest and literary analysis. “Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland” has inspired countless adaptations in various media, cementing its place in the cultural canon.

The First Independence Day Celebrations (1777)
The first anniversary of American independence was celebrated on July 4, 1777, with great fanfare. The city of Philadelphia, where the Declaration of Independence had been signed, hosted a grand celebration that included bonfires, fireworks, and public speeches.

This inaugural Independence Day set the precedent for future celebrations, establishing traditions that continue to this day. Fireworks, parades, and patriotic displays have become hallmarks of July 4th festivities, reflecting the enduring pride and unity of the American people. The holiday serves as a reminder of the nation’s founding principles and the ongoing commitment to liberty and democracy.

The Deaths of John Adams and Thomas Jefferson (1826)
In a remarkable coincidence, two of the Founding Fathers and former U.S. Presidents, John Adams and Thomas Jefferson, both died on July 4, 1826, exactly 50 years after the Declaration of Independence was adopted. Their deaths on such a significant date added a poignant layer to their legacies.

Adams and Jefferson were key figures in the American Revolution and played crucial roles in the drafting and promotion of the Declaration. Despite their political differences and rivalries, both men profoundly influenced the nation’s early development. Their passing on Independence Day was seen by many as a symbolic reminder of their contributions to the founding of the United States.

The Erie Canal Completion (1817)
Construction of the Erie Canal began on July 4, 1817. This ambitious project aimed to create a navigable water route from the Atlantic Ocean to the Great Lakes, facilitating the movement of goods and people between the eastern seaboard and the western frontier.

The Erie Canal, completed in 1825, was a monumental engineering achievement that significantly boosted economic growth and development in the United States. It reduced transportation costs, spurred the growth of cities along its route, and helped establish New York City as a major commercial hub. The canal’s success underscored the importance of infrastructure in national development and set the stage for future transportation projects.

The Birth of American Composer Stephen Foster (1826)
Stephen Foster, often referred to as the “father of American music,” was born on July 4, 1826. Foster’s contributions to American music were profound, as he composed some of the most enduring and popular songs of the 19th century.

Foster’s works, including “Oh! Susanna,” “Camptown Races,” “My Old Kentucky Home,” and “Beautiful Dreamer,” captured the spirit and culture of America during his time. His songs have remained popular through the years, influencing various genres of American music. Foster’s ability to blend different musical traditions helped create a uniquely American sound that continues to resonate with audiences today.

The Battle of Vicksburg (1863)
The Battle of Vicksburg, a crucial engagement during the American Civil War, concluded on July 4, 1863, with the surrender of Confederate forces to Union General Ulysses S. Grant. This victory gave the Union control of the Mississippi River, effectively splitting the Confederacy and disrupting its supply lines.

The fall of Vicksburg, along with the Union victory at Gettysburg (which concluded on July 3), marked a turning point in the Civil War. It boosted Northern morale and weakened the Confederate war effort. The surrender on July 4th added symbolic weight to the Union’s cause, reinforcing the connection between the fight for national unity and the principles of independence celebrated on that day.

The United States Military Academy at West Point (1802)
On July 4, 1802, the United States Military Academy at West Point formally opened. Established by President Thomas Jefferson, West Point became a premier institution for training future military leaders.

West Point has played a vital role in American military history, producing many of the nation’s most distinguished military figures. Its rigorous academic and physical training programs have set high standards for military education, emphasizing leadership, discipline, and service. The academy’s graduates have significantly influenced U.S. military strategy and operations throughout the nation’s history.

The Philippine Declaration of Independence (1946)
On July 4, 1946, the Philippines gained full independence from the United States, marking the end of American colonial rule. The Treaty of Manila was signed, officially recognizing the sovereignty of the Republic of the Philippines.

This date was chosen to coincide with American Independence Day, symbolizing the Philippines’ emergence as an independent nation. The journey to independence was marked by significant struggles, including the Philippine Revolution against Spanish rule, the subsequent Philippine-American War, and the Japanese occupation during World War II. The attainment of independence on July 4, 1946, was a momentous occasion that celebrated the resilience and determination of the Filipino people.

The Birth of Calvin Coolidge (1872)
Calvin Coolidge, the 30th President of the United States, was born on July 4, 1872. Coolidge, known for his quiet and reserved demeanor, served as president from 1923 to 1929, a period marked by economic prosperity known as the “Roaring Twenties.”

Coolidge’s presidency emphasized limited government intervention in the economy, tax cuts, and reducing the national debt. His leadership style, characterized by integrity and a hands-off approach to governance, earned him the nickname “Silent Cal.” Coolidge’s impact on American politics and his promotion of conservative fiscal policies continue to be studied and debated by historians.

NASA’s Pathfinder Mission to Mars (1997)
On July 4, 1997, NASA’s Pathfinder spacecraft, carrying the Sojourner rover, successfully landed on Mars. This mission marked a significant achievement in planetary exploration, as it was the first successful Mars landing since the Viking missions in the 1970s.

The Pathfinder mission provided valuable data about the Martian surface, atmosphere, and climate. The Sojourner rover conducted experiments and sent back images, offering unprecedented insights into the red planet. This mission demonstrated the potential for robotic exploration of Mars and paved the way for subsequent missions, including the Mars Exploration Rovers and the Curiosity rover.

The “Freedom Train” (1947)
The “Freedom Train,” a traveling exhibition of American historical documents, was launched on July 4, 1947. Sponsored by the American Heritage Foundation, the train toured the United States, displaying significant documents such as the Declaration of Independence, the Constitution, and the Bill of Rights.

The Freedom Train aimed to promote patriotism and unity in the post-World War II era, emphasizing the importance of American democratic principles and civic responsibility. It visited over 300 cities and attracted millions of visitors, reinforcing a sense of national identity and pride. The success of the Freedom Train inspired similar initiatives to preserve and celebrate American history.

The Birth of George M. Cohan (1878)
George M. Cohan, a renowned American entertainer, playwright, composer, and producer, was born on July 4, 1878. Cohan is often referred to as “the man who owned Broadway,” due to his significant contributions to American theater and music.

Cohan’s prolific career included writing and performing in numerous Broadway shows, as well as composing iconic songs such as “Yankee Doodle Dandy,” “Give My Regards to Broadway,” and “You’re a Grand Old Flag.” His work helped define the American musical theater genre and left an indelible mark on the entertainment industry. Cohan’s patriotic songs and performances became especially significant during times of national celebration and wartime morale-boosting.

The Founding of the Tuskegee Institute (1881)
The Tuskegee Institute, a historically black college in Alabama, was founded on July 4, 1881, by Booker T. Washington. The institute played a crucial role in the education and empowerment of African Americans in the post-Reconstruction era.

Under Washington’s leadership, Tuskegee emphasized vocational training and practical skills, preparing students for careers in agriculture, mechanics, and industry. The institute became a model for similar educational institutions and significantly contributed to the advancement of African Americans in the United States. Tuskegee’s legacy includes notable alumni and faculty, such as George Washington Carver, who made significant contributions to science and agriculture.

Conclusion
July 4th is a date rich in historical significance, encompassing a wide range of events that have shaped the course of human history. From the adoption of the Declaration of Independence and pivotal battles to groundbreaking scientific achievements and cultural milestones, this day has witnessed moments of profound importance. Reflecting on these events offers valuable insights into the complexities of our past and the enduring impact of July 4th on the global stage. Whether celebrating independence, honoring historical figures, or marking scientific milestones, July 4th remains a day that resonates with historical significance and collective memory.




Music History

2024-In Vancouver, Missy Elliott launches her first-ever headlining tour, with support acts Ciara and Busta Rhymes. Elliott, who is introverted and suffers from Graves' disease, kept a light performance schedule since 2004, the last time she toured.

2023-At his show in Las Vegas, Usher cozies up to the actress Keke Palmer while singing "There Goes My Baby." It blows up on social media and causes a rift with her boyfriend, Darius Jackson. In August, Palmer stars in Usher's video for "Boyfriend," poking fun at the controversy.

2020-On Twitter, Kanye West announces he's running for president. He forms his own political party, the "Birthday Party," telling supporters, "When we win, it's everybody's birthday."

Ariana Grande Licks Donuts
2015-Ariana Grande licks some donuts on a display counter at Wolfee Donuts in Lake Elsinore, California.More

2014-The first Beatles movie, A Hard Day's Night, is re-released in American theaters to celebrate its 50th anniversary.

2014-Sia, the hit songwriter behind Rihanna's "Diamonds" and David Guetta's "Titanium," releases her album 1000 Forms Of Fear, which goes to #1 in America. For a "layer of protection," she wears a wig that covers her face while promoting the album and doesn't appear in the videos for the singles "Chandelier" and "Elastic Heart," which instead feature interpretive dancing by Maddie Ziegler.

2013-Jay-Z releases his twelfth studio album, Magna Carta... Holy Grail, as a free download, but only for Samsung customers who can access it through the Jay-Z Magna Carta app. Non-Samsung users will have to tough it out and buy the album at retail price four days later.

2010-After attending a gay pride parade in London, George Michael crashes his Range Rover into a Snappy Snaps photo store in Hampstead, England. Convicted of driving under the influence of cannabis, he goes to prison on September 21 and serves four weeks.

2009-Allen Klein, an influential music publisher who simultaneously managed The Rolling Stones and The Beatles, dies of respiratory failure at age 77 after years of diabetes-related complications and an Alzheimer's diagnosis.

2009-Drake Levin (guitarist for Paul Revere and the Raiders) dies of cancer at age 62.

2007-Bill Pinkney (of The Drifters) dies of a heart attack at age 81.

2005-Rockabilly entertainer "Big" Al Downing dies of leukemia at age 65.

2003-Barry White, age 58, dies two months after suffering a severe stroke while awaiting a kidney transplant.

2002-Michael Abram, the man who attacked and nearly murdered George Harrison some 19 months earlier, is given a conditional release by a Mental Health Review Tribunal, to the fury of George's widow, Olivia. Says Abram: "If I could turn back the clock I would give anything not to have done what I did. But I have come to realise that I was very ill at that time, really not in control."

1995-Backstage at the Lollapalooza stop in George, Washington, Courtney Love of Hole punches Bikini Kill frontwoman Kathleen Hanna in the face. Hanna presses charges, and Love pleads guilty to fourth degree assault.

1995-Foo Fighters release their self-titled debut album. It's essentially a Dave Grohl solo project - he wrote, produced, and played all the instruments except for some guitar on "X-Static" by Greg Dulli.

1995-Post Malone is born Austin Richard Post in Syracuse, New York. Raised in Grapevine, Texas, from age 9, he's living in Los Angeles when his song "White Iverson" takes off on SoundCloud in 2015 and launches him to stardom.

1992-John Phillips of The Mamas & The Papas receives a liver transplant in Los Angeles.

1988-Kylie Minogue releases her debut album, Kylie, featuring her hit cover of "The Loco-Motion." The album marks a rebirth of disco, a genre Minogue proudly embraces.

1987-Genesis close out their Invisible Tour with a sold-out show at Wembley Stadium in London. They played the venue the previous three nights as well, also to sell-out crowds.

1986-Run-DMC release their rap version of "Walk This Way" featuring Steven Tyler and Joe Perry of Aerosmith, the group that released the original version in 1975. It's the first major collaboration between rappers and rockers, proof positive that the styles can work together. Both groups get a huge boost when the song becomes a hit; for Aerosmith, it launches a comeback.

1986-Flotsam and Jetsam's only full-length studio album with bassist Jason Newsted, Doomsday for the Deceiver, is released via Metal Blade Records. Doomsday is co-produced by the band with the label's head, Brian Slagel, and is the only album in the history of Kerrang! Magazine to receive a "six K" review (out of a possible five "K's").

1985-Dire Straits play the first of 14 consecutive nights at Wembley Arena in London. On Day 10 of the residency (July 13), they first play an afternoon set across the parking lot at Wembley Stadium as part of Live Aid.

1984-Ringo Starr sits in with The Beach Boys during their Miami concert.

1984-Jack Wagner, in character as Frisco Jones, sings the ballad "All I Need" on the soap opera General Hospital. The song is released as a single and climbs to #2, making Wagner the second cast member on the show to become a real-life musician, following Rick Springfield.

1980-500,000 attend a free Beach Boys concert in Washington DC.

1978-Stephen McNally (who puts the "Mak" in BBMak) is born in Liverpool, England.

1977-Blondie bassist Gary Valentine quits the band.

1976-Paul Revere is married during the intermission of his concert at King's Island Amusement Park in Cincinnati on America's bicentennial.

1976-In a defining moment for punk rock in Britain, the Ramones play the Roundhouse in Camden. Local acts like The Sex Pistols and The Clash soon gain notoriety.


1974-Singer Inara George is born in Towson, Maryland, near where her dad, Lowell George, recorded the Feats Don't Fail Me Now album with his band Little Feat. Her middle name is "Maryland" in tribute.

1974-Barry White marries Glodean James of Love Unlimited.

1974-Steely Dan (Walter Becker and Donald Fagan) give up live performing after a show in Santa Monica so they can focus on studio work, including the album Katy Lied. They don't tour again until 1993.

1974-The Tony Orlando & Dawn TV show debuts on CBS.

1972-William Goldsmith (drummer for Foo Fighters) is born in Seattle, Washington.

1971-Andrew Creeggan (original percussionist, keyboardist for Barenaked Ladies) is born in Scarborough, Ontario, Canada.

1971-Following a week-long celebration with performances by Santana, The Grateful Dead, Boz Scaggs and several other acts that played there since it opened in 1968, San Francisco's Fillmore West concert hall closes.

1971-R&B singer Don McPherson (of The Main Ingredient) dies of leukemia at age 29.

1969-Grand Funk Railroad, which formed just a few months earlier, play to a huge crowd at the Atlanta Pop Festival. Lead singer Mark Farner sheds his shirt because of the heat and gets such a reaction from the crowd that he decides to play every show shirtless.

1966-The Beatles play two shows in the Philippines, first in the afternoon to a crowd of 30,000, then in the evening to another 50,000. They fly to India the next day.

1966-The Lovin' Spoonful release "Summer In The City."

1964-Millie Small, part of the British Invasion, reaches #2 in America with "My Boy Lollipop."

1964-The Rolling Stones appear on the BBC's Juke Box Jury show as panelists, where they pass judgment on various records. A review in The Daily Sketch calls them "gum-chewing, ill-mannered, ill-humoured, illiberal and illogical jurors."

1963-Matt Malley (former bass guitarist for Counting Crows) is born in Oakland, California.

1959-The Brothers Four release "Greenfields."

1959-Chris Blackwell, Graeme Goodall, and Leslie Kong found Island Records in Jamaica, taking the label's name from Harry Belafonte's "Island in the Sun."

1958-INXS guitarist Kirk Pengilly is born in Kew, Victoria, Australia.

1955-Gene Vincent's leg is crushed when his motorcycle is struck by a car in Franklin, Virginia.

1952-John Waite (lead vocalist, bass guitarist of The Babys and lead vocalist of Bad English) is born in Lancaster, Lancashire, England.

1951Ralph Johnson (drummer for Earth, Wind & Fire) is born in Los Angeles, California.

1948-Jeremy Spencer (guitarist, pianist for Fleetwood Mac) is born in Hartlepool, County Durham, England.

1943-Alan "Blind Owl" Wilson (guitarist, harmonica player for Canned Heat) is born in Arlington, Massachusetts.

1940-Dave Rowberry (keyboardist for The Animals) is born in Mapperley, Nottinghamshire, England.

1938-Bill Withers is born in Slab Fork, West Virginia.

1911-Mitch Miller, an influential A&R executive at Columbia Records throughout the '50s and '60s, is born in Rochester, New York. Signed Aretha Franklin to her first record deal.

1828-"Hail to the Chief" is performed by the United States Marine Band for President John Quincy Adams during the groundbreaking ceremony for the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal.

[F5 Dave]

Jesus what a lot of American crap.

Fuk em, pull ot the plug and let em all sink.

[Bikkie]

1687 -Isaac Newton's great work Principia is published by the Royal Society in England, outlining his laws of motion and universal gravitation

1811- Venezuelan Declaration of Independence: Seven provinces declare themselves independent of Spain

1852- Fugitive slave Frederick Douglass delivers his 'What to the Slave Is the Fourth of July?' speech to the Ladies' Anti-Slavery Society in Rochester, condemns the celebration as hypocritical sham

1865- US Secret Service begins operating under the Treasury Department

1881-Poll tax imposed on Chinese
Parliament passed the Chinese Immigrants Act, which introduced a ‘poll tax’ of £10 (equivalent to nearly $1700 today) on Chinese migrants and restricted the number allowed to land from each ship arriving in New Zealand.

1994 -Amazon.com is founded by Jeff Bezos in Bellevue, Washington

2004 -First direct presidential election held in Indonesia, eventually won by Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono



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2004 -First direct presidential election held in Indonesia, eventually won by Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono

2005-Shirley Goodman (of Shirley & Lee, Shirley & Company) dies at age 69.

2004-On the 50th anniversary of the day he recorded the song, Elvis Presley's first single, That's Alright, is re-released. In the UK, it's a hit, going to #3.

2003-The Lollapalooza tour returns for the first time since 1997 with a show in Noblesville, Indiana. Original headliner Jane's Addiction is on the bill along with Audioslave and Incubus. The tour limps along, plagued by poor ticket sales and cancelled shows.

2001-R&B singer Ernie K-Doe dies of kidney and liver failure at age 65 due to years of alcohol abuse.

1997-Mrs. (Elva) Miller, who charted with an off-key rendition of "Downtown" in 1966, dies at age 89.

1996-Dolly the Sheep, the first mammal to be cloned from an adult cell, is born. She is named after Dolly Parton because the scientist thought the country star was the person most synonymous with mammary glands.

1992-Helix guitarist Paul Hackman, age 38, is killed after a concert in Vancouver when the band's van rolls down a 40-foot embankment and throws him from the vehicle.

1984-The The Everly Brothers 1984 Reunion Concert Tour kicks off in Cincinnati. After 10 years apart the group reunited in 1983 for a reunion concert, which led to the album Story of Me and the subsequent tour.

1983-Suicidal Tendencies release their self-titled debut album. The album spawns the band's biggest hit to date, "Institutionalized."

1982-Dave Haywood of Lady A is born in Augusta, Georgia.

1981-At the "Rock Werchter" festival in Belgium, The Cure play a 9-minute version of "A Forest" when they are told to hurry off stage so Robert Palmer can begin his set.More

1980-At a concert in Munich, Simon Kirke of Bad Company joins Led Zeppelin to provide a two-drum assault on the song "Whole Lotta Love." Kirke is the last guest musician to perform with the band, as the tour ends two days later and John Bonham dies in September.

1980-Lifehouse frontman Jason Wade is born in Camarillo, California.

1974-Linda Ronstadt records her breakthrough hit "You're No Good" at the Sound Factory in Hollywood with producer Peter Asher.

1973-Bengt Lagerberg (drummer for The Cardigans) is born in Jönköping, Sweden.

1973-Bengt Lagerberg (drummer for The Cardigans) is born in Jönköping, Sweden.

1969-The Who release "I'm Free."

1969-Jerry Butler and The Impressions "reunite" on American Bandstand, singing separately.

1969-The Rolling Stones put on a free concert in London's Hyde Park, which becomes a tribute to their founding member Brian Jones, who died two days earlier.

1969-Robert Fitzgerald Diggs, the future RZA, is born in Brownsville, New York. He will become leader of Wu-Tang Clan .

1966-Bill Medley of The Righteous Brothers has an operation in a Los Angeles hospital to remove nodes on his vocal cords.

1965-Dick Clark launches a musical variety show called Where The Action Is, with Paul Revere & the Raiders as the house band. The show lasts 3 seasons on ABC and features many top musical acts of the era.

1965-Motown President Berry Gordy, Jr. appears on the popular TV show To Tell The Truth. The Supremes perform after his identity is revealed.

1965-The Four Tops release "It's the Same Old Song."

1964-US President Lyndon Johnson invites The Four Seasons to play at the White House.

1964-Them (with Van Morrison) release "Gloria."

1961-Ray Charles releases "Hit The Road Jack" and "Unchain My Heart."

1959-Marc Cohn is born in Cleveland, Ohio.

1955-Chuck Berry's song "Maybellene" is copyrighted in Berry's name alone, but Alan Freed's name is added as a form of payola.

1954-Elvis Presley makes his first professional recording, putting down "That's All Right" at Sun Studio in Memphis.

1950-Huey Lewis is born Hugh Anthony Cregg III in New York City. He forms Huey Lewis & the News in San Francisco.

1950-Michael Monarch (original lead guitarist for Steppenwolf) is born in Los Angeles, California.

1943-Robbie Robertson (lead guitarist for The Band) is born Jaime Royal Robertson in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.

1941-Terry Cashman (of Cashman & West, The Buchanan Brothers) is born Dennis Minogue in New York.

1938-Thomas "Snuff" Garrett, a record producer known for his work with Bobby Vee, Del Shannon, Sonny Curtis, and Sonny & Cher, is born in Dallas, Texas.

1913-R&B singer and guitarist Smiley Lewis, known for the 1955 hit "I Hear You Knocking," is born Overton Amos Lemons in DeQuincy, Louisiana.

1912-Prolific songwriter Mack David, known for his work on Disney films such as Cinderella and Alice In Wonderland, is born in New York City. His younger brother is songwriter Hal David, known for his collaborations with Burt Bacharach.

[Bikkie]

1189 – King Henry II of England dies, is succeeded by Richard I.

1483 – King Richard III crowned.

1535 – Sir Thomas More is executed in England for treason.

1885 – Louis Pasteur performs the first inoculation of a human being: a young boy bitten by a rabid dog.

1923 – Auckland-Wellington express train ploughs into a huge slip at Ōngarue, north of Taumaruni. Seventeen people die.

1928 – First all-talking feature film, The Lights of New York, premieres in New York.

1942 – Diarist Anne Frank’s family take refuge from Nazis in Amsterdam.

1957 – Althea Gibson becomes the first black tennis player to win a Wimbledon singles title; John Lennon meets Paul McCartney for the first time at a church event in Liverpool.



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2020-On his 85th birthday, The Dalai Lama releases the album Inner World, a collection of Buddhist mantras and prayers set to music.

2020-Charlie Daniels dies at 83 after suffering a stroke.

2019-With 13 weeks at #1, "Old Town Road" by Lil Nas X breaks the record for longest-running hip-hop song on the Hot 100. "Lose Yourself," "Boom Boom Pow" and "See You Again" all had runs of 12 weeks.

2016-In a small ceremony at Peckforton Castle in Liverpool, England, Ciara marries Russell Wilson, quarterback of the Seattle Seahawks.

2009-Alanis Morissette begins an eight-episode stint on the Showtime drama Weeds, playing obstetrician Audra Kitson.

2009-Guitarist Ryan Ross and bassist Jon Walker announce they are leaving Panic At The Disco. That leaves vocalist Brendon Urie and drummer Spencer Smith to continue the band.

2003-Skip Battin (bassist for The Byrds, NRPS, Flying Burrito Brothers) dies of complications from Alzheimer's disease at age 69.

1999-Folk singer Richie Havens publishes his autobiography, They Can't Hide Us Anymore.

1998-Roy Rogers, star of many Western films in which he sang, dies of heart failure at 86. The other singing cowboy of his era, Gene Autry, dies a few months later.

Forrest Gump Debuts
1994-The light-hearted drama Forrest Gump hits theaters. Aside from becoming the top-grossing film of the year in North America and winning multiple Academy Awards, the movie spawns a hit soundtrack with songs from Elvis Presley, Three Dog Night, The Doors, The Byrds, The Mamas & the Papas, Buffalo Springfield, and more.More

1991-Grunge music takes baby steps into the mainstream as the Alice in Chains album Facelift peaks at #42 in the US, and "Man In The Box" goes to #18 on the Mainstream Rock chart.

1987-Neil Young & Crazy Horse release Life, their last album under the Geffen label. With the exceptions of studio recordings "Cryin' Eyes" and "We Never Danced," the tracks are all taken from live performances.

1985-Phil Collins' "Sussudio" - a song about a girl with a funny name - hits #1. It holds the position for one week.

1979-Van McCoy, known for the 1975 disco hit "The Hustle," dies of a heart attack at age 39.

1979-The B-52s release their self-titled debut album, featuring one of their signature songs in "Rock Lobster."

1967-Pink Floyd appear on the British TV show Top Of The Pops for the first time, performing "See Emily Play."

1966-Elvis Presley's Paradise Hawaiian Style movie opens nationwide.

1965-Jackie Wilson releases "Higher And Higher."

1965-Marty Balin starts recruiting members for the band that will become Jefferson Airplane.

1964-The first Beatles' movie, A Hard Day's Night, debuts in London.

1963-Guitarist Tim Bricheno (of The Sisters Of Mercy) is born in Huddersfield, Yorkshire, England.

1959-John Keeble (drummer for Spandau Ballet) is born in Hampstead, London, England.

1953-Nanci Griffith is born in Seguin, Texas.

1949-Mike Shrieve (drummer for Santana) is born in San Francisco, California.

1945-Rik Elswit (lead guitarist for Dr. Hook) is born in California.

1943-Soul singer Jan Bradley, who becomes popular by covering Curtis Mayfield tunes before writing her own songs, is born Addie Bradley in Byhalia, Mississippi.

1937-Gene Chandler is born Eugene Dixon in Chicago, Illinois.

1932-Big Dee Irwin is born DiFosco T. Ervin Jr. in Harlem, New York. Recorded a popular version of "Swinging on a Star" with Little Eva.

1931-Della Reese is born Delloreese Patricia Early in the Black Bottom neighborhood of Detroit, Michigan.

1925-Bill Haley is born in Highland Park, Michigan.

1924-Jazz drummer Louie Bellson, famous for his work with Duke Ellington, is born in Illinois.

1911-Contralto singer LaVerne Sophia Andrews (firstborn of The Andrews Sisters) is born in Mound, Minnesota.

1865-Emile Jaques-Dalcroze, a composer who developed Dalcroze Eurhythmics to teach music to students, is born in Vienna, Austria

[Bikkie]

1495- King Ferdinand II returns to Naples

Vienna Court Music Ensemble
1498 Emperor Maximilian I orders appointment of a conductor, two bass singers and six choir boys, establishing the Vienna Court Music Ensemble; later includes Vienna Boys Choir

Battle of Otumba, Mexico
1520 -Hernán Cortés and the Tlaxcalans defeat a numerically superior Aztec force in the Battle of Otumba in Mexico

1534- European colonization of the Americas: first known exchange between Europeans and natives of the Gulf of St. Lawrence, in New Brunswick

First French Amerindian Trade
1534- First act of trade between the French and Amerindians when Jacques Cartier trades items with Micmacs at Chaleur Bay [1

1543 -French troops invade Luxembourg

1550 -Traditional date chocolate thought to have been introduced to Europe

1585- King Henri III and Duke De Guise signs Treaty of Nemours: French Huguenots lose all freedoms

1600- English explorer John Mildenhall leaves Aleppo with a caravan of 600 people bound for Lahore - one of the first Englishmen to reach India overland

1647 -People's uprising against high prices and Spanish rule in Naples

Isaac Newton Graduates
1668 -Isaac Newton receives MA from Trinity College, Cambridge



Music History


2022-The only copy of Bob Dylan's newly recorded "Blowin' In The Wind" sells at auction for £1,482,000 ($1.7 million). Dylan recorded it with producer T Bone Burnett and the song was pressed to a disc in Burnett's new format, Ionic Original, which is made of aluminium but plays on a turntable.

2018-The Cure stage a 40th anniversary show in London's Hyde Park as part of the annual British Summer Time concert series. Frontman Robert Smith chose the lineup of opening acts, including Slowdive, Editors, Ride, Interpol, Goldfrapp, and The Twilight Sad.

2009-Lionel Richie got his first big break when The Commodores snagged 42 dates in the opening slot for The Jackson 5 in 1972. Thirty-seven years later on the same date, he performs The Commodores song "Jesus is Love" at a memorial service for the late Michael Jackson at the Staples Center in Los Angeles.

2006-Pink Floyd founder Syd Barrett dies at age 60.

2005-Former calypso artist Arthur Edlin Frederick is one of 52 innocent people killed in the 7/7 terrorist attacks in London.

2001-Sharon becomes the first Corr to wed when she marries Gavin Bonnar, a Belfast barrister. They will have two children, Cathal Robert Gerard and Flori Jean Elizabeth.

2001-Fred Neil, a folk singer-songwriter known for writing Harry Nilsson's hit "Everybody's Talkin'," dies during a battle with skin cancer at age 65.

1998-Barenaked Ladies release their fourth studio album, Stunt. It's the Canadian band's breakthrough record in the US, where it lands at #3 on the Billboard 200 albums chart.

1998-Along with his financial partner Don Barden, Michael Jackson announces plans to build an entertainment complex in Detroit called "The Majestic Kingdom." It never materializes.

1993-Mia Zapata (lead singer of The Gits), age 27, is murdered after being accosted by a stranger outside of Seattle's Comet Tavern. The case goes unsolved for years until DNA evidence links the crime to Florida fisherman Jesus Mezquia in 2003, who eventually is sentenced to 36 years in prison.

1992-Spinal Tap cap their reunion tour with a sold-out show at Royal Albert Hall in London.More

1992-Dream Theater release their second album, Images And Words, a progressive metal landmark.

1973-Paul McCartney & Wings release "Live And Let Die."

1973-Billy Preston's "Will It Go Round In Circles" hits #1 in America.

1971-Bjorn Ulvaeus and Agnetha Faltskog of ABBA are married in Verum, Sweden (it lasts eight years).

1968-The folk trio Peter, Paul and Mary appear as the "mystery guest" on CBS-TV's What's My Line?

1968-The Yardbirds disband immediately after a gig in Luton, England. Jimmy Page begins forming what will become Led Zeppelin.

1968-The Yardbirds perform their final gig in Luton, England.

1963-Vonda Shepard is born in New York, but will be raised in California.

1962-David Rose's "The Stripper" hits #1.

1962-Spin Doctors bass player Mark White is born in New York City.

1956-A riot breaks out at a Fats Domino concert in San Jose, California, with twelve injured.

1956-The Platters release "My Prayer."

1956-With his song "I Walk The Line" climbing the charts, Johnny Cash makes his first appearance at the Grand Ole Opry in Nashville. There, he meets his future wife, June Carter.

1950-Johnny Cash joins the US Air Force, enlisting at 18 just six weeks after graduating from high school in Dyess, Arkansas. He serves as a Morse code intercept operator and rises to the rank of Staff Sergeant before being honorably discharged in 1954 and launching his music career.

1948-Larry "Rhino" Reinhardt (guitarist for Iron Butterfly) is born in Florida.

1947-David Hodo (Village People construction worker) is born in Palo Alto, California.

1944-Warren Entner (guitarist for The Grass Roots) is born in Boston, Massachusetts.

1941-Jim Rodford (bass guitarist for Argent, The Kinks) is born in St Albans, Hertfordshire, England.

1940-Beatles drummer Ringo Starr is born Richard Starkey in Liverpool, England. He has a run of solo hits in the '70s that includes "It Don't Come Easy" and "Photograph," but he doesn't tour until 1989, when he introduces his All Starr Band.

1936-Tommy Dee, known for the 1959 hit "Three Stars," a tribute to the late Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens, and The Big Bopper, is born in Vicker, Virginia.

1924-Mary Ford is born Iris Colleen Summers in El Monte, California.

1911-Composer Gian Carlo Menotti, known for the popular Christmas opera Amahl and the Night Visitors, is born in Cadegliano-Viconago, Italy.

[Bikkie]

1663 -King Charles II of England approves the Rhode Island Royal Charter giving royal recognition to the Colony of Rhode Island and Providence Plantations and freedoms to its colonists, among them Roger William

1680 -The first confirmed tornado in America kills a servant at Cambridge, Massachusetts

1693- New York City authorizes the first police uniforms in the American colonies

1709- Battle of Poltava; Russians defeat Swedes, end of Swedish empire as a major power

1716- Great Northern War: Battle of Dynekilen, a Danish-Norwegian force under Peter Tordenskjold traps and defeats Swedish force

1731 Theologian Jonathan Edwards preaches his sermon "God Glorified in Man's Dependence" in Boston, later his first published sermo

1741- Theologian Jonathan Edwards preaches perhaps the most famous of all American sermons "Sinners in the Hands of an Angry God" at Enfield, Connecticut, part of the Great Awakening

1758- British and Colonial assault on French forces at Fort Ticonderoga, New York
United States Declaration of Independence

1776 -Colonel John Nixon gives the first public reading of the Declaration of Independence to an assemblage of citizens in Philadelphia

1777- Independent Vermont introduces a new constitution, prohibiting slavery

1778 -George Washington headquarters at West Point for his Continental Army

1792- France declares war on Prussia

1796 -US State Department issues first US passport

1797- 1st US senator (William Blount of Tennessee) expelled by impeachment

1800- Dr. Benjamin Waterhouse gives the first cowpox vaccination in the United States to his son to prevent smallpox

1805 -American Bill Richmond knocks out Jack Holmes, Kilburn Wells, England

1816 -Frost in Waltham, Massachusetts during "year without a summer"

1822- Chippewas turn over huge tract of land in Ontario to the United Kingdom

1833- Russia and Turkey sign defense treaty

1844- nearly five years after the signing of the Treaty of Waitangi that the first hostile action took place in the far north in the fifth largest town in the colony of New Zealand, Kororareka.

1862-New Zealand’s first prize fight?
The boxing bout was fought in an improvised ring on the banks of the Waimakariri River near Kaiapoi after police were ejected from the scene. London prizefighter Harry Jones defeated labourer George Barton over 30 bloody bare-knuckle rounds for a purse of £100

1893-New Zealand Racing Conference meets
The New Zealand Racing Conference was formed to control the thoroughbred horse-racing in the colony.





Music History


2016-Geri Horner, Emma Bunton and Mel B of the Spice Girls announce that they are forming a new group called GEM, which is what you want. What you really, really want.More

2011-Troubadours: The Rise Of The Singer-Songwriter is screened by the BBC.

2006-"Promiscuous" by Nelly Furtado goes to #1 for the first of six weeks. It features the red-hot producer Timbaland, who goes back and forth with Furtado on the song as they play out a flirtation in a club. Furtado says it's a positive song, with the girl letting the guy run his best game and then deciding if he's up to her standards.

2003-A tooth from the mouth of Elvis Presley, once the property of former girlfriend Linda Thompson, goes up for auction on eBay. Along with a lock of his hair and a gold record, it fetches over $100,000.

2002-Michael Jackson unleashes a sudden tirade on the music industry, accusing several music execs of racism and calling Sony head Tommy Mottola in particular "very, very, very devilish."

2000-"The Real Slim Shady" debuts at #1 in the UK, giving Eminem his first chart-topper on the Singles chart. He doesn't reach #1 in America until two years later with "Lose Yourself."

1998-The Smithsonian and Library of Congress agree to house the music and film archives of Frank Sinatra.

1997-Weezer fan club founders Mykel Allan, 31, and her sister Carli, 29, are killed along with their younger sister, Trysta, in a car accident in Colorado on the way back from one of the band's shows. The girls, who had befriended many up-and-coming Los Angeles-based bands, are honored through many tribute songs, including Weezer's "Mykel and Carli" and Jimmy Eat World's "Hear You Me."

1992-Garth Brooks and wife Sandy welcome their first child, daughter Taylor Mayne Pearl Brooks.

1978-The Clash's Joe Strummer and Paul Simonon are arrested on drunk and disorderly charges following a concert at The Apollo in Glasgow, Scotland.

1974-David Bowie releases David Live, recorded at Tower Theater in Philadelphia. It is Bowie's first official live album.

1971-A mini-riot during a Mott The Hoople concert prompts London's Royal Albert Hall to temporarily ban rock groups from the venue.

1970 -Fantasy records releases "Cosmo's Factory", the fifth studio album by American rock band Creedence Clearwater Revival; it is critically acclaimed and becomes their biggest seller, spawning six singles that reach the top 5 of the Billboard charts

1970-Beck is born Bek David Campbell in Los Angeles, California. He adopts the surname Hansen from his mom, former Andy Warhol protege Bibbe Hansen.

1969-Singer/actress Marianne Faithfull, girlfriend of Mick Jagger, attempts suicide with barbiturates while on the set of the film Ned Kelly (also starring Mick). She is dropped from the cast of the movie, eventually recovers, and when awaking from her coma, tells friends that "wild horses couldn't drag me away." The Rolling Stones song "Wild Horses" is built around that phrase.

1965-The Dave Clark Five's first movie, Having A Wild Weekend, opens in London. (For American audiences, it's entitled Catch Us If You Can, after their hit of the same name.)

1962-Joan Osborne is born in Anchorage, Kentucky.

1961-Toby Keith is born Toby Keith Covel in Clinton, Oklahoma. He works in the oil fields and for a rodeo company before launching his music career in his 30s. His pre-music life informs many of his songs, including "Beer For My Horses," inspired by his rodeo days.

1961-Depeche Mode founder Andy Fletcher is born in Nottingham, England.

1954- Elvis Presley ’s debut single, “That’s All Right,” was played for the very first time on Memphis’ WHBQ.

1958-The RIAA gives its first ever Gold album to the Oklahoma! soundtrack for $1 million in sales. The Gold standard for albums is changed in 1975 to reflect sales of over 500,000.

1957-Elvis Presley's "(Let Me Be Your) Teddy Bear" hits #1 in America the day before it appears in his second film, Loving You. It holds the top spot for seven weeks.

1946-Ava Gardner divorces bandleader Artie Shaw after one year of marriage. Her next husband is Frank Sinatra.

1944-Jai Johanny Johanson (drummer for The Allman Brothers Band) is born Johnny Lee Johnson in Ocean Springs, Mississippi.

1935-Steve Lawrence is born Sidney Liebowitz in Brooklyn, New York City.

1930-Italian American singer Jerry Vale is born Genaro Louis Vitaliano in the Bronx, New York City.

1914-Swing era bandleader Billy Eckstine is born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Known for his 1948 rendition of "I Apologize."

1908-Bandleader Louis Jordan, whose jazz and blues music leads to rock and roll, is born in Brinkley, Arkansas.

1900-Avant-garde composer George Antheil is born Georg Johann Carl Antheil in Trenton, New Jersey.

[Bikkie]

1609 – Bohemia is granted freedom of religion through the Letter of Majesty by the Holy Roman Emperor, Rudolf II.

1701 – A Bourbon force under Nicolas Catinat withdraws from a smaller Habsburg force under Prince Eugene of Savoy in the Battle of Carpi.

1745 – French victory in the Battle of Melle allows them to capture Ghent in the days after.

1755 – The Braddock Expedition is soundly defeated by a smaller French and Native American force in its attempt to capture Fort Duquesne in what is now downtown Pittsburgh.

1762 – Catherine the Great becomes Empress of Russia following the coup against her husband, Peter III.[5]

1763 – The Mozart family grand tour of Europe began, lifting the profile of son Wolfgang Amadeus.[6]

1776 – George Washington orders the Declaration of Independence to be read out to members of the Continental Army in Manhattan, while thousands of British troops on Staten Island prepare for the Battle of Long Island.[7]

1789 – In Versailles, the National Assembly reconstitutes itself as the National Constituent Assembly and begins preparations for a French constitution.

1790 – The Swedish Navy captures one third of the Russian Baltic fleet.

1793 – The Act Against Slavery in Upper Canada bans the importation of slaves and will free those who are born into slavery after the passage of the Act at 25 years of age.

1795 – Financier James Swan pays off the $2,024,899 US national debt that had been accrued during the American Revolution.[8]

1807 – The second Treaty of Tilsit is signed between France and Prussia, ending the War of the Fourth Coalition.

1810 – Napoleon annexes the Kingdom of Holland as part of the First French Empire.

1811 – Explorer David Thompson posts a sign near what is now Sacajawea State Park in Washington state, claiming the Columbia District for the United Kingdom.

1815 – Charles Maurice de Talleyrand-Périgord becomes the first Prime Minister of France.

1816 – Argentina declares independence from Spain.

1821 – Four hundred and seventy prominent Cypriots including Archbishop Kyprianos are executed in response to Cypriot aid to the Greek War of Independence.

1850 – U.S. President Zachary Taylor dies after eating raw fruit and iced milk; he is succeeded in office by Vice President Millard Fillmore.

1850 – Persian prophet Báb is executed in Tabriz, Persia.

1860-The slave ship Clotilda was scuttled ,after arriving in Mobile, Alabama,to conceal evidence of the illegal voyage, the ship was burned and sunk in the Mobile River.

1863-First tree planted in Christchurch Botanical Gardens New Zealand.

The Albert Edward Oak is the oldest tree in the Botanical Gardens.
This tree was planted on 9 July 1863 in celebration of the marriage of Prince Albert to Princess Alexandra of Denmark. This tree is now regarded to be the beginning of the gardens that we know today.
On the same day, another Oak was planted at the intersection of Ferry Road (was then known as Sumner Road) and the East Belt (Fitzgerald Ave) by Mrs. R. Bealey, Mrs. F. Fitzgerald, Mrs. G. Bowen and Mrs. R. Hall, the wives of four of our most influential politicians in Canterbury. Sadly this Oak is no longer with us. This tree and the Albert Edward Oak were gifted to the city by William ‘Cabbage’ Wilson, a nurseryman who also served Christchurch as its first Mayor in 1868.
Prior to 1863, the gardens were mainly wetlands and sand dunes, believe it or not. I can’t imagine what it took to give us the gardens that were to “be reserved forever as a public park, and to be open for the recreation and enjoyment of the public” – as written in 1855.
The Albert Edward Oak can be found south west of the Archery Lawn, close to the Avon

1863 – American Civil War: The Siege of Port Hudson ends in a Union victory and, along with the fall of Vicksburg five days earlier, gives the Union complete control of the Mississippi River.[9]

1868 – The 14th Amendment to the United States Constitution is ratified, guaranteeing African Americans full citizenship and all persons in the United States due process of law.

1875 – The Herzegovina Uprising against Ottoman rule begins, which would last until 1878 and have far-reaching implications throughout the Balkans.

1877 – The inaugural Wimbledon Championships begins.

1893 – Daniel Hale Williams, American heart surgeon, performs the first successful open-heart surgery in United States without anesthesia.

1896 – William Jennings Bryan delivers his Cross of Gold speech advocating bimetallism at the 1896 Democratic National Convention in Chicago.

1900 – The Federation of Australia is given royal assent.

1900 – The Governor of Shanxi province in North China orders the execution of 45 foreign Christian missionaries and local church members, including children




Music History


2019-After years of animosity that kept Ann and Nancy Wilson apart, Heart regroup for their Love Alive tour, which kicks off with a show in St. Louis. Support acts are all women: Joan Jett, Sheryl Crow, Brandi Carlile and Elle King.

2017-The radio station Mansfield 103.2 in England is hijacked by a transmitter hacker who engages in some monkeyshines, saying, "I'm a w--ker, I'm a w--ker" in a Nottinghamshire accent before playing the "The Winker's Song (Misprint)" by Ivor Biggun, a paean to self-pleasure that repeats the phrase over and over.More

2012-Soul singer Linda "Kay Kay" Greenwade (of Kay Kay and the Rays) dies at age 56 after a long period of ill health, including diabetes and a brain tumor.

2011-Matt Bellamy of Muse and his fiancé Kate Hudson welcome a baby boy named Bingham. Hudson had a boy with Black Crowes frontman Chris Robinson seven years earlier; she and Bellamy call off their engagement in 2014.

2006-Milan B. Williams (keyboardist for The Commodores) dies of cancer at age 58.

2003-Buzzcocks play Madison Square Garden for the first time ever in their career, opening for Pearl Jam.

2001-During an appearance on MTV's TRL, four of the Backstreet Boys announce their Black & Blue tour will be put on hold so their fifth member, AJ McLean, can enter rehab to treat alcoholism and depression.

1999-Avoiding a legal battle over whether or not they were ever legally married (they had a ceremony in Bali in 1991), Mick Jagger and Jerry Hall reach a settlement, calling their split an annulment.

LeAnn Rimes Debuts With Blue
1996-Thirteen-year-old LeAnn Rimes releases her debut album, Blue, and wows critics with the hits "Blue" and "One Way Ticket (Because I Can)."More

1995-Hootie & the Blowfish play the first-ever concert at the Meadows Music Theater in Hartford, Connecticut, drawing a crowd of 17,000.

1981-The ABC News show 20/20 runs a story called "Rappin' To The Beat," becoming the first national TV news magazine to cover rap music. "You never miss the fact there's no melody," Hugh Downs says in his introduction. "It's all beat and talk." The coverage suggests rap may be more than just a passing fad.

1978-Andy Gibb and his brothers, the Bee Gees, perform together for the first time when Barry, Robin and Maurice join him at his concert in Miami to sing his hit "Shadow Dancing," which they wrote together.

1977-Alan O'Day's "Undercover Angel" hits #1. It will hold the position for one week.

1977-Elvis Costello quits his job at cosmetics factory to pursue a music career.

1974-Rush sign a deal with Mercury Records, who are impressed by their debut album, a self-titled independent release with the track "Working Man."

1974-In Seattle, Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young play a four-hour show to kick off their reunion tour (they haven't toured together since 1970). It's the first rock stadium tour - not a great fit for the band, who aren't loud or flamboyant. After the tour, they start recording an album but part ways before it's finished.

1971-Grand Funk Railroad play to a sold-out crowd of 55,000 at Shea Stadium in New York City. They have no hit singles, but are well known in the area thanks to a block-long billboard that ran in Times Square for much of the previous year.

1970-In Bloomington, Indiana, Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young wrap up their tour. The group members drift apart and don't hit the road again until 1974.

1969-John Lennon makes his solo debut on the UK charts with "Give Peace A Chance."

1964-Courtney Love is born Courtney Michelle Harrison in San Francisco, California. After a tumultuous childhood, she travels the world and forms the band Hole. In 1992, she marries Kurt Cobain of Nirvana.

1962-Bob Dylan, not yet famous, records "Blowin' In The Wind" at Columbia Records' studios in New York City but doesn't release it until May 27, 1963, when it appears on his second album, The Freewheelin' Bob Dylan. It eventually becomes one of Dylan's most famous songs, but the first version most listeners hear is the hit cover by Peter, Paul and Mary, which goes to #2 in the US in August 1963.

1959-Jim Kerr (lead singer for Simple Minds) is born in Toryglen, Glasgow, Scotland.

1957-Elvis Presley's second film, Loving You, has its US premiere (Elvis does not attend since he got a special showing the night before).

1957-Marc Almond (lead vocalist for Soft Cell) is born Peter Mark Sinclair Almond in Southport, Lancashire, England.

1954-Debbie Sledge (of Sister Sledge) is born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

1946-John "Mitch" Mitchell (drummer for the Jimi Hendrix Experience) is born in Greenwich, London, England. Before becoming a musician, he'll start his entertainment career as an actor, appearing on the children's program Jennings and Derbyshire and starring in the 1960 film Bottom's Up.

1946-Bon Scott is born Ronald Belford Scott in Kirriemuir, Scotland. He is raised in Australia, where he meets Angus and Malcolm Young and eventually becomes lead singer of their band AC/DC.

1941-Don McPherson (of The Main Ingredient) is born in Indianapolis, Indiana.

1929-Singer-songwriter Lee Hazlewood, known for his collaborations with Duane Eddy and Nancy Sinatra, is born Barton Lee Hazlewood in Mannford, Oklahoma.

1929-Bluegrass mandolinist Jesse McReynolds (of Jim & Jesse) is born in Carfax, Virginia.

1927-Sixties pop singer Ed Ames ("My Cup Runneth Over") is born Edmund Dantes Urick in Malden, Massachusetts.

1925-Fifties pop singer Alan Dale ("(The Gang that Sang) Heart of My Heart") is born Aldo Sigismondi in Brooklyn, New York City.

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1962 Telstar, first active communications satellite developed by American Telephone and Telegraph Company (AT&T), is launched [1]

1962 -US performs atmospheric nuclear test at Christmas Island

1964 -Jesús Alou is the first San Francisco Giant in 40 years to get six hits in a game in a 10-3 win over the Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field

1964 -Moïse Tshombé, leader of the Confederation of Tribal Associations of Katanga, becomes Prime Minister of the Congo

1964 The Beatles release "A Hard Day's Night", their third studio album

1965 -Beatles' "VI" album goes to number 1 and stays at number 1 for 6 weeks

1965 -Rolling Stones score their first US number 1 single "(I Can't Get No) Satisfaction"

1967- Bobbie Gentry records "Ode to Billie Joe," which goes on to win four Grammy awards

1967 -Uruguay becomes a member of the Berne Convention for the Protection of Literary and Artistic Works

1968 -US Major League Baseball announces it will be split into two divisions for 1969

1969- Chilean Association of Librarians created

1985-Rainbow Warrior sunk by French secret agents
A crew member died when French secret agents mined the Greenpeace vessel Rainbow Warrior in Waitemat� Harbour, Auckland.




Music History




2024-Cypress Hill team up with the London Symphony Orchestra for a concert at Royal Albert Hall. This odd pairing first happened in the 1996 "Homerpalooza" episode of The Simpsons when the Cypress Hill and LSO avatars played "Insane In The Brain" together.

2018-Cardi B and Offset have their first child together, a daughter named Kulture. Two weeks later, Cardi pulls out of a planned tour with Bruno Mars so she can spend more time with her.

2017-With nearly 2.9 billion views, "See You Again" by Wiz Khalifa and Charlie Puth breaks the record for most-viewed video on YouTube, overtaking "Gangnam Style" by PSY. In August, it is overtaken by "Despacito."

2016-Aerosmith lead guitarist Joe Perry suffers a cardiac arrest while performing with Alice Cooper and Johnny Depp, fellow members of the supergroup The Hollywood Vampires, in Coney Island in Brooklyn, New York. The 65 year old is rushed to Coney Island hospital, where's he's listed in stable condition.

2015-The documentary Amy is released. The film, directed by Asif Kapadia, chronicles the short life of British singer Amy Winehouse. Hard-living Winehouse won five Grammy awards for her

2008-Shazam Can Name That Tune,By simply tapping an app button on an iPhone, music fans can finally get an answer to the timeless question, "What's that song?" Shazam's free smartphone app is the first music recognition service of its kind - using a phone's microphone to listen to any song being played publicly - like in a restaurant, at a friend's house, or on TV - and identify it. And it actually works.

2006- album Back To Black. She died at the age of 27 from alcohol poisoning in 2011.

2013-Randy Travis suffers a stroke after being hospitalized days earlier with a heart condition. He lives, but loses most of his speech and singing ability. His girlfriend, Mary Davis, sticks by him and helps with his recovery. They get married in 2015.

2012-Frank Ocean releases his highly acclaimed debut album, Channel Orange, which goes on to win the Grammy for Best Urban Contemporary Album. Standout tracks include "Lost" and "Thinkin About You."

2012-Slash, who left Guns N' Roses in 1996, gets his star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Charlie Sheen, who is master of ceremonies at the event, comments, "It seems quite fitting that Slash is getting a star on the very street Axl Rose will one day be sleeping on."

2010-Roger Waters makes a surprise appearance at a benefit concert in Oxfordshire, England when he joins his onetime Pink Floyd bandmate David Gilmour for a four-song set, marking the first time since Live 8 in 2005 that they have shared the stage. Gilmour reciprocates by joining Waters for a performance of The Wall on May 12, 2011 in London.

2009-Robert Plant is officially a Commander of the British Empire after being bestowed with the title by Prince Charles at Buckingham Palace.

2009-Shakira releases the electro-pop album She Wolf. The singer was in a bad mood when the disco-influenced title track roared out of her consciousness: "The image of the she wolf just came to my head, and when I least expected it I was howling and panting."

2008-VH1's Rock Honors pays tribute to The Who.

2007-Bad Religion release their fourteenth full-length studio album, New Maps of Hell.

2004-American Idol winner Fantasia's "I Believe" debuts at #1 but drops out of the Top 10 two weeks later. She shows staying power, though, with a million-selling debut album and a lead role in the Broadway production of The Color Purple.

2000-Coldplay release their debut album, Parachutes, in their native UK (it isn't issued in America until November 7). Featuring the singles "Yellow" and "Trouble," it becomes a global smash.

2000-A much-ballyhooed Supremes "reunion" tour, "Return To Love," which features only Diana Ross from the original group, is canceled after initial ticket sales don't match expectations.e time with her.

2016-Aerosmith lead guitarist Joe Perry suffers a cardiac arrest while performing with Alice Cooper and Johnny Depp, fellow members of the supergroup The Hollywood Vampires, in Coney Island in Brooklyn, New York. The 65 year old is rushed to Coney Island hospital, where's he's listed in stable condition.

2015-The documentary Amy is released. The film, directed by Asif Kapadia, chronicles the short life of British singer Amy Winehouse. Hard-living Winehouse won five Grammy awards for her 2006 album Back To Black. She died at the age of 27 from alcohol poisoning in 2011.

2013-Randy Travis suffers a stroke after being hospitalized days earlier with a heart condition. He lives, but loses most of his speech and singing ability. His girlfriend, Mary Davis, sticks by him and helps with his recovery. They get married in 2015.

2012-Frank Ocean releases his highly acclaimed debut album, Channel Orange, which goes on to win the Grammy for Best Urban Contemporary Album. Standout tracks include "Lost" and "Thinkin About You."

2012-Slash, who left Guns N' Roses in 1996, gets his star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Charlie Sheen, who is master of ceremonies at the event, comments, "It seems quite fitting that Slash is getting a star on the very street Axl Rose will one day be sleeping on."

2010-Roger Waters makes a surprise appearance at a benefit concert in Oxfordshire, England when he joins his onetime Pink Floyd bandmate David Gilmour for a four-song set, marking the first time since Live 8 in 2005 that they have shared the stage. Gilmour reciprocates by joining Waters for a performance of The Wall on May 12, 2011 in London.

2009-Robert Plant is officially a Commander of the British Empire after being bestowed with the title by Prince Charles at Buckingham Palace.

2009-Shakira releases the electro-pop album She Wolf. The singer was in a bad mood when the disco-influenced title track roared out of her consciousness: "The image of the she wolf just came to my head, and when I least expected it I was howling and panting."

2008-VH1's Rock Honors pays tribute to The Who.

2007-Bad Religion release their fourteenth full-length studio album, New Maps of Hell.

2004-American Idol winner Fantasia's "I Believe" debuts at #1 but drops out of the Top 10 two weeks later. She shows staying power, though, with a million-selling debut album and a lead role in the Broadway production of The Color Purple.

2000-Coldplay release their debut album, Parachutes, in their native UK (it isn't issued in America until November 7). Featuring the singles "Yellow" and "Trouble," it becomes a global smash.

2000-A much-ballyhooed Supremes "reunion" tour, "Return To Love," which features only Diana Ross from the original group, is canceled after initial ticket sales don't match expectations.

1999-Significant Other by Limp Bizkit supplants Millennium by Backstreet Boys at #1 on the US albums chart. The nu metal vs. boy band battles continue unabated on MTV's Total Request Live, as videos from the albums battle it out on the countdown.

1998-Bauhaus, who broke up in 1983, begin their Resurrection tour with a show at The Palladium in Los Angeles.

1997-Wanda Day, drummer for 4 Non Blondes, dies of a drug overdose.

1993-Bob Seger marries his third wife, Juanita Dorricott.

1989-The Monkees get a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. At the ceremony, all four Monkees reunite for the first time - Mike Nesmith was a holdout on their reunion tour.

1987-John Hammond, who signed both Bob Dylan (in 1961) and Bruce Springsteen (in 1972) to Columbia Records, dies at 76 after suffering from a number of strokes.

1986-Grateful Dead leader Jerry Garcia goes into a diabetic coma, forcing the band to cancel the rest of their tour. He's in the coma for five days, and when he comes to, he has to learn how to walk and talk again. After months of rehab, he gets his faculties back and in December, and is once again on stage with his band.

1985-Playboy publishes nude photos of Madonna taken before she was famous.

1985-Tina Turner stars opposite Mel Gibson in the post-apocalyptic action flick Mad Max Beyond Thunderdome. Turner sings two hit songs for the movie: "One Of The Living" and "We Don't Need Another Hero.

1980-Jessica Simpson is born in Abilene, Texas. She's first known as a singer, releasing her debut single, "I Wanna Love You Forever," in 1999. She becomes a reality TV star in 2002 with the MTV series Newlyweds: Nick & Jessica, and in 2005 she enters the world of film, playing Daisy Duke in The Dukes Of Hazzard.

1979-Chuck Berry is sentenced to jail for tax evasion. He would serve four months.

1977-Queen release their "We Are The Champions"/"We Will Rock You" single in the UK, providing stadium anthems for sporting events the world over.

1977-Cher gives birth to Elijah Blue Allman, her first and only child with Gregg Allman of The Allman Brothers.

1976-The Starland Vocal Band's "Afternoon Delight" hits #1 in America, where it stays for two weeks. The song is not about the US bicentennial (July 4, 1976), but about daytime lovemaking.

1976-England Dan and John Ford Coley's "I'd Really Love To See You Tonight" enters the charts.

1975-Gregg Allman and Cher's famously rocky marriage almost ends in divorce after only 10 days, but Cher changes her mind three weeks later and the couple tough it out for a few more years, officially divorcing in 1979.

1975-Gladys Knight & the Pips debut their own summer variety music show on NBC TV.

1972-Nilsson releases Son of Schmilsson.

1970-Three Dog Night releases "Liar."

1970-Rascal Flatts lead singer Gary LeVox is born Gary Wayne Vernon Jr. in Powell, Ohio. His stage name comes from a Vox amplifier that was labelled "L" for "lead singer."

1969-The funeral is held for The Rolling Stones founding member Brian Jones, who was found dead in his swimming pool on July 3rd. His bandmates Charlie Watts and Bill Wyman attend, but Mick Jagger and Keith Richards do not.

1969-The Temptations Show, a Motown special featuring the group, airs in syndication. They perform, among other hits, "Get Ready," "Cloud Nine," and "Runaway Child, Running Wild."

1968-Early prog-rockers The Nice are banned from London's Royal Albert Hall after burning an American flag on stage as an antiwar protest.

1968-Eric Clapton announces the breakup of the supergroup Cream, currently finishing up its last tour.

1967-Bobbie Gentry's first single, "Ode To Billie Joe," is released. It would go on to top the Hot 100 for four weeks.

1967-Kenny Rogers leaves the The New Christy Minstrels and forms The First Edition, who have a hit the next year with "Just Dropped In (To See What Condition My Condition Was In)."

1965-The Rolling Stones "(I Can't Get No) Satisfaction" hits #1 in America. It stays for four weeks, becoming the biggest hit of 1965.

1965-Wilson Pickett releases "In The Midnight Hour."

1965-Peter DiStefano (guitarist for Porno For Pyros) is born in Santa Monica, California.

1965-The Kinks play the Seattle Center Coliseum in what turns out to be their last show on American soil until December 1969, as the powerful American Federation of Musicians union bans them. The group fell afoul of the union with petulant behavior, canceled concerts, and an indifference toward their audiences - at a Sacramento show on June 26 they filled their set with an extended jam of "You Really Got Me." Poor ticket sales and disputes with their management set the stage for their ill-fated American trek.

1964-Manfred Mann release a little ditty called "Do Wah Diddy Diddy," which shoots to #1 in America three months later.

1964-The Beatles return to their hometown of Liverpool for a showing of their first movie, A Hard Day's Night. They get a warm welcome, with thousands of fans turning up to see them.

1963-Martha and the Vandellas release "(Love Is Like a) Heat Wave.

1962-NASA launches the Telstar 1 satellite, the first active communications satellite, inspiring the Tornadoes' instrumental hit "Telstar" later that year.

1962-Christopher "Play" Martin (of Kid 'N Play) is born in Queens, New York City.

1961-Bobby Lewis's "Tossin' And Turnin'" hits #1 for the first of seven weeks.

1959-Sandy West is born Sandy Pesavento in Long Beach, California. Together with Joan Jett, she is a founding member of the teenage all-female rock band The Runaways, playing drums. After the band splits she leaves the music industry, and dies at the age of 47 from lung cancer.

1954-Neil Tennant (lead vocalist, keyboardist for Pet Shop Boys) is born in North Shields, Tyneside, England.

1950-The nation's favorite popular music countdown, "Your Hit Parade," gets its own home on NBC TV to match its longtime radio counterpart.

1950-The Victor Talking Machine Company trademarks the phrase "His Master's Voice," which refers to the dog in their logo (Nipper) listening to a record player because he thinks it is his owner. The company later becomes the record label RCA Victor.

1949-Greg Kihn, known for his '80s hits "The Breakup Song (They Don't Write 'Em)" and "Jeopardy," is born in Baltimore, Maryland.

1949-Dave Smalley (lead singer, guitarist of Down By Law) is born in Oil City, Pennsylvania.

1947-Arlo Guthrie is born in Coney Island, New York.

1944J-ohn "Beaky" Dymond (of Dave Dee, Dozy, Beaky, Mick and Tich) is born in Salisbury, Wiltshire, England.

1943-Jerry Miller (songwriter, guitarist for Moby Grape) is born in Tacoma, Washington.

1942-Sixto Díaz Rodríguez (better known simply as "Rodríguez") is born in Detroit, Michigan. He is the subject of the 2012 film Searching for Sugar Man.

1942-Heavy metal singer Ronnie James Dio (of Black Sabbath, Rainbow) is born Ronald James Padavona in Portsmouth, New Hampshire.

1941-Jazz icon Jelly Roll Morton, whose "Jelly Roll Blues" was the first published jazz composition, dies at age 50.

1941I-an Whitcomb, known for the 1965 hit "You Turn Me On," is born in Woking, Surrey, England.

1936-Billie Holiday becomes the first major artist to record the classic song "Summertime," which was featured in the musical Porgy and Bess a year earlier.

1937-Singer and TV personality Sandy Stewart, known for the 1963 hit "My Coloring Book," is born Sandra Galitz in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

1937-Rockabilly singer Jumpin' Gene Simmons is born in Mississippi. He begins his music career at Sun Records as an opening act for Elvis Presley.

1895-German composer Carl Orff, known for the 1937 cantata Carmina Burana, is born in Munich.

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1767 - John Quincy Adams Is Born
John Quincy Adams, the sixth U.S. president, was born on July 11, 1767, in Braintree, Massachusetts.
He was the son of John Adams, the second U.S. president.
Known for his diplomacy, he served as Secretary of State and negotiated the Treaty of Ghent.
Adams returned to politics as a congressman and fought against slavery until his death.
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1782 – British Evacuate Savannah, Georgia

On July 11, 1782, British forces evacuated Savannah, Georgia, during the final years of the American Revolution.
Royal Governor James Wright fled to Charleston, South Carolina.
The withdrawal marked the collapse of British control in the region of Georgia.
It was a significant victory for the Continental Army.


1861- Â Union Victory at the Battle of Rich Mountain
On July 11, 1861, Union troops led by General George B. McClellan defeated Confederate forces in western Virginia.
The win secured federal control over the region.
It helped pave the way for West Virginia to separate from Virginia and join the Union.

1848-The Acheron arrives to survey New Zealand waters
Captained by John Lort Stokes, the paddle steamer Acheron spent four years charting the New Zealand coastline.

1804 -– Burr Fatally Wounds Hamilton in Duel
On July 11, 1804, U.S. Vice President Aaron Burr faced former Treasury Secretary Alexander Hamilton in a duel in Weehawken, New Jersey.
Hamilton deliberately missed his shot; Burr did not.
Burr's bullet struck Hamilton in the abdomen, damaging organs and lodging near his spine.
Hamilton died the following day.
The duel destroyed Burr's political career and legacy.

1st Individual Female Olympic Champion
1900 -Charlotte Cooper beats Hélène Prévost to become the first female Olympic tennis champion and the first individual female Olympic champion in any sport

1905 -Â Niagara Movement Holds First Meeting
On July 11, 1905, a group of African American activists, led by W.E.B. Du Bois, met near Niagara Falls, Ontario.
They formed the Niagara Movement to fight for civil rights and oppose racial segregation.
Though short-lived, it laid the groundwork for the NAACP.

1914 - Babe Ruth Makes Major League Baseball Debut
On July 11, 1914, Babe Ruth pitched in his first MLB game with the Boston Red Sox.
He allowed three runs in seven innings and got the win against the Cleveland Naps.
It marked the start of one of the most legendary baseball careers of all time

1944- Â Assassination Plot Against Hitler
On July 11, 1944, German officer Claus von Stauffenberg met Adolf Hitler with a bomb in his briefcase.
The meeting took place at Hitler's headquarters in Bavaria.
The attempt failed as the bomb was not detonated that day.
A second attempt on July 20 came closer but also failed.


1960 - "To Kill a Mockingbird" Is Published

On July 11, 1960, Harper Lee's novel To Kill a Mockingbird was released.
The book tackled racial injustice in the American South.
It became a bestseller and won the Pulitzer Prize in 1961.
Today, it remains one of the most widely read books in U.S. schools.

1970-Last unclimbed face of Aoraki/Mt Cook conquered
Long-haired Christchurch mountaineers John Glasgow and Peter Gough became the first people known to have scaled the 2000-m Caroline Face of Aoraki/Mt Cook. They declared it a ‘triumph for the hippies’.

1972 - Honda Launches the Civic
On July 11, 1972, Honda released the first Civic model.
It was a compact, fuel-efficient car.
Its launch came just before the 1973 oil crisis, making it very popular.
The Civic became one of the world's best-selling vehicles.


1978- Â Gas Tanker Explosion Kills Over 200 in Spain
On July 11, 1978, a propane tanker exploded at a campsite in San Carlos de la Rápita, Spain.
The crash and explosion killed over 200 people and injured hundreds.
It was one of the worst camping disasters in European history.

1979 - Skylab Falls to Earth
On July 11, 1979, NASA's Skylab space station re-entered Earth's atmosphere.
Debris was scattered over Western Australia and the Indian Ocean.
No injuries were reported.
Skylab had been launched in 1973 as America's first space station.

1995 -Â Srebrenica Massacre Begins
On July 11, 1995, Bosnian Serb forces captured the town of Srebrenica.
In the following days, more than 8,000 Bosniak Muslim men and boys were killed.
It became Europe's worst massacre since World War II.
The event was later ruled a genocide by international courts'

1995 - U.S. Restores Relations With Vietnam
On July 11, 1995, President Bill Clinton announced the establishment of full diplomatic ties with Vietnam.
The decision came 20 years after the Vietnam War ended.
It followed Vietnam's cooperation in locating missing American soldiers.
It marked a significant step in U.S.–Vietnam reconciliation.




Music History


2022-On just the second date on their Public Service Announcement tour, their first in 11 years, Rage Against The Machine frontman Zack de la Rocha tears his Achilles tendon jumping on stage. They finish the North American portion of the tour but are forced to cancel the rest of it, which is planned for 2023.

2016-Country singer Craig Morgan mourns the death of his son Jerry Greer after the 19-year-old's body is discovered the day after he goes missing while tubing on the Tennessee River. Jerry is one of four sons born to Morgan and his wife, Karen.

2014-Tommy Ramone (drummer for Ramones) dies of bile duct cancer at age 65.

2013-Charles Pope (of The Tams) dies of complications from AlzheimerÂ’s disease at age 76 in Jonesboro, Georgia.

2012-Florence Welch, lead woman for Florence + the Machine, faces ill health and a failing voice, causing the group to cancel two European concerts. She's forced to cancel on doctor's orders to avoid permanent damage to her famous contralto voice.

2011-Jewel and her rodeo star husband Ty Murray welcome their first child: Kase Townes Murray.

2011-Rob Grill of The Grass Roots dies at 67.

2009-"Boom Boom Pow," after spending 12 weeks at #1, is replaced by another Black Eyed Peas song, "I Gotta Feelin'."

2008-Barenaked Ladies' co-lead singer Steven Page is busted for cocaine possession while visiting his girlfriend's apartment in Fayetteville, New York. The charges will eventually be dropped, but the incident is a point of contention with his clean-cut bandmates and leads to his departure the following year.

2007-Rod Lauren jumps to his death from a Tracy, California hotel room. The actor-turned-singer was accused of murdering his wife, Filipino actress Nida Blanca, six years earlier but successfully fought extradition to face a murder trial in the Philippines, where the crime took place.

2005-Robin Thicke ties the knot with high-school sweetheart and Precious star Paula Patton. Their first son is born Julian Fuego Thicke on April 6, 2010, just shy of their fifth wedding anniversary.

2002-Blues singer Rosco Gordon dies at 74.

2002-Over 200 people attend the funeral for Who bassist John Entwistle in St. Edward's Church in Stow-on-the-Wold, Gloucestershire, England. Entwistle was found dead in his Las Vegas hotel room on June 27th.

2001-Facing a flurry of lawsuits, the file-sharing service Napster shuts down, but not before transforming the music industry away from physical product like CDs and toward digital downloads, which eventually leads to streaming.

2000-The free Back 2 Basics Tour, sponsored by Napster, kicks off with a show in Detroit. The tour runs for 24 dates and features Limp Bizkit, Cypress Hill, and Cold. The bands take some heat within the industry for working with Napster, a file sharing service that allows users to download songs for free.

2000-Metallica's battle against the peer-to-peer file sharing company Napster reaches the Senate Judiciary Committee, where the band's drummer Lars Ulrich testifies, claiming copyright infringement.

1999-Singer Helen Forrest dies of heart failure

1996-The night before a show at Madison Square Garden in New York City, Smashing Pumpkins touring keyboard player Jonathan Melvoin dies at age 34 after shooting heroin with drummer Jimmy Chamberlin, who is fired from the band a few days later (he returns to the fold in 1999). The Sarah McLachlan song "Angel" is inspired by Melvoin's death.

1996-Louis Gottlieb of The Limeliters dies at age 72.

1995-George Michael signs a two-album deal split among two labels: Virgin in the UK and Dreamworks SKG in America. As part of the deal, Sony Records is paid $40 million to release Michael from his contract; after releasing his 1990 album Listen Without Prejudice Vol. 1, he refused to record for the label and filed a lawsuit seeking release from his contract, which he lost.

1995-Richard Ashcroft of The Verve marries Kate Radley of Spiritualized. They keep it quiet for two years, as Radley's bandmate, Jason Pierce, is also her ex-boyfriend.

1994-The Rolling Stones release Voodoo Lounge, with the tracks "Love Is Strong" and "You Got Me Rocking."

1994-At the Kansas City stop of Lollapalooza, where The Verve are the only British act on the bill, their frontman Richard Ashcroft collapses into convulsions and taken away in an ambulance after getting drunk with members of The Breeders and The Bad Seeds. That night, Verve drummer Pete Salisbury is arrested for destroying his hotel room. Says Ashcroft, "America nearly killed us."

1992-Jerry Garcia, who has a passion for painting and studied at the San Francisco Art Institute, introduces a line of neckties he designed

1991-Longtime songwriting team Burt Bacharach and Carole Bayer Sager get divorced.

1990-Steven Adler is fired from Guns N' Roses because of his drug use. He is replaced by Matt Sorum, who was previously with The Cult.

1989-Roger Christian, who wrote lyrics to the Beach Boys songs "Little Deuce Coupe" and "Don't Worry Baby," dies at 57.

1989-Miami Sound Machine lead singer Gloria Estefan releases her first solo album, Cuts Both Ways, with the hits "Don't Wanna Lose You" and "Get on Your Feet."

1981-Hubert Johnson of The Contours dies by suicide at age 40.

1979-The space station Skylab crashes to Earth after six years in space. Leading up to the event, Electric Light Orchestra take out ads in trade magazines dedicating their new single, "Don't Bring Me Down," to Skylab.

1976-Frank Sinatra marries for the fourth time, this time to Barbara Marx, former wife of the Marx Brothers' Zeppo Marx.

1976-Andy Gibb marries his girlfriend Kim Reeder in Australia.

1975-Lil' Kim is born Kimberly Denise Jones in New York City. In 1995 she joins The Notorious B.I.G. in the group Junior M.A.F.I.A., establishing herself as a hard-core rapper who can go toe-to-toe with the guys. Her debut album, Hard Core, is released in 1996 on Atlantic Records; in 2001 she becomes the first female rapper to appear on a #1 hit when "Lady Marmalade" tops the chart.

1971-The first stage performance of Jesus Christ, Superstar takes place in Pittsburgh.

1970-The soundtrack to the film Woodstock hits #1 in America, helping recoup massive losses from the festival.

1970-Three Dog Night's "Mama Told Me Not To Come" hits #1 in America.

1969-David Bowie's "Space Oddity" single is rush-released to beat the moon landing, which happens nine days later.

1969-The Rolling Stones release "Honky Tonk Women."

1966-Elvis Presley begins filming his 24th motion picture, Double Trouble.

1965-Weezer bass player Scott Shriner is born in Toledo, Ohio.

1962-The Marvelettes release "Beechwood 4-5789."

1960-The Hollywood Argyles' "Alley Oop" hits #1 in America.

1959-Guitarist Richie Sambora is born in Perth Amboy, New Jersey. He joins Bon Jovi soon after the band form and becomes a primary songwriter along with lead singer Jon Bon Jovi. Sambora says with the band until 2013, when he leaves in the middle of a tour for personal reasons.

1959-Suzanne Vega, known for her songs "Tom's Diner" and "Luka," is born in Santa Monica, California.

1957-Bauhaus lead singer Peter Murphy is born near Northampton, England.

1953-Singer Peter Brown ("Do Ya Wanna Get Funky with Me") is born in Blue Island, Illinois.

1951-On WJW in Cleveland, Alan Freed broadcasts his first "Moondog House Rock and Roll Party," marking the first radio show with the phrase "Rock and Roll" and giving Freed a claim on the origin of the term. More importantly, Freed plays R&B music, which introducing the sound to a new (and mostly white) audience.

1950-Film producer/record executive B.G. "Buddy" DeSylva dies in Los Angeles at age 55. He also co-wrote the Al Jolson hit "April Showers," among many others.

1950-Bonnie Pointer of The Pointer Sisters is born in Oakland, California.

1947-Jeff Hanna of Nitty Gritty Dirt Band is born in Detroit, Michigan.

1946-Dean Martin begins his recording career mere weeks before teaming up with nightclub comic Jerry Lewis.

1946J-ohn Lawton, lead vocalist for Uriah Heep from 1976 to 1979, is born in Halifax, England.

1944-Country singer Bobby G. Rice is born in Boscobel, Wisconsin.

1937-Composer George Gershwin dies at 37 following surgery to remove a brain tumor.

1931-Singer-songwriter Thurston Harris is born in Pomona, California.

1931-Tab Hunter is born in New York City. He's best known as an actor, but has a huge hit in 1957 with "Young Love."

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July 12 is a day that celebrates the Glorious Revolution (1688) and victory of Protestant King William of Orange over Catholic King James II at the Battle of the Boyne (1690), which ensured a Protestant Ascendancy in Ireland. The celebration began in the late 18th century in Ulster.

1630- New Amsterdam's governor buys Gull Island from Indians for cargo, renames it Oyster Island, later known as Ellis Island

1673- Second Battle of the James River: Dutch fleet led by admirals Cornelis Evertsen the Youngest and Jacob Binckes wins a tactical victory against an improvised English squadron led by Thomas Gardiner and captures four English ships

1679- Britain's King Charles II ratifies Habeas Corpus Act allowing prisoners' right to a court review of the justification for their imprisonment

1691 -Antonio Pignatelli elected as Pope Innocentius XII

1691- Battle of Aughrim (Aghrim) Ireland, William III beats James II

1704- Stanislaw Leszcynski becomes king of part of Poland

1705- Ottoman army officer Al-Ḥusayn ibn ʿAlī proclaims himself Bey of Tunis, founding the Husainid Dynasty (dynasty rules till 1957)

1730- Lorenzo Corsini chosen as Pope Clement XII

1771- HMS Endeavour captained by James Cook, with Joseph Banks aboard, returns from its first voyage to the Pacific after two years

1774- Citizens of Carlisle, Pennsylvania, pass a symbolic declaration of independence

1774 -Cossack leader Emilian Pugachevs army occupies Kazan

1776- Captain James Cook departs Plymouth, England helming HMS Resolution, beginning his 3rd and final trip to the Pacific

1785- First manned flight in Netherlands: Frenchman Jean-Pierre Blanchard lifts off in his gas balloon from Noordeinde Palace in The Hague

1790- French Revolution: The Civil Constitution of the Clergy is adopted, putting the Catholic Church in France under the control of the state

1801- Second Battle of Algeciras: British fleet beats French and Spanish (six days after losing the 1st Battle of Algeciras)

1863-British forces invade Waikato
British troops invaded Waikato by crossing the Mangatawhiri Stream, which the Kingitanga (Māori King movement) had declared an aukati (a line not to be crossed).


1889-First women's trade union formed
The first women’s trade union in New Zealand emerged in the late 19th century in response to poor working conditions in the clothing industry.


2001-New Zealander wins Tour de France stage
The first stage win by a New Zealander in the Tour de France came in a team time trial. Although Chris Jenner didn't finish with the core of his Credit Agricole team, he shared in the stage win and got to stand on the podium.




Music History



2023-Sheila E. becomes the first female solo percussionist to get a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Ringo Starr and H.E.R. join her at the ceremony.

2020-Megan Thee Stallion is shot in the foot after a party at Kylie Jenner's house. She later identifies the shooter as rapper Tory Lanez, who is convicted and sentenced to 10 years in prison.

2010-Jewel puts on a disguise and, posing as a shy, nervous businesswoman named Karen, sings her own songs at a karaoke bar to a stunned crowd. Billed as "Undercover Karaoke," the video quickly goes viral.

2007-Rod Stewart is awarded the CBE Order of the British Empire by Prince Charles in a ceremony at Buckingham Palace.

2004-Sugarland's debut single, "Baby Girl," is released. It goes to #2 on the Country chart and stays on the tally for a remarkable 46 weeks.

2001-Moisant Airport in New Orleans is renamed Armstrong International in honor of native son Louis Armstrong.

2000-London's Trafalgar Square unveils a sculpture of John Lennon, created by Swedish artist Carl Fredrik Reutersward, which also features a handgun twisted into an unusable shape.

1998-"Battle of New Orleans" songwriter Jimmy Driftwood dies of a heart attack at age 91.

1997-The French magazine Le Figaro publishes an interview with George Harrison where he blasts modern music, taking aim at U2 and the Spice Girls.More

1992-After a European tour, Axl Rose is arrested at JFK airport in New York, charged with inciting a riot at a Guns N' Roses show in St. Louis the previous year. He gets two years' probation and a $50,000 fine.


1988-Playgirl magazine publishes their list of the 10 sexiest rockers. They are:

George Michael
LL Cool J
Bryan Ferry
Michael Hutchence of INXS
Richard Marx
John Cougar Mellencamp
Bret Michaels of Poison
Larry Mullen Jr. of U2
Robert Plant
Terence Trent D'Arby


1983-Chris Wood (flute and sax player for Traffic) dies of pneumonia at age 39.

1983-U2 guitarist The Edge marries his high school girlfriend Aislinn O'Sullivan. They welcome three daughters before separating in 1990.

1979-It's "Disco Demolition Night" at Comiskey Park, where the White Sox and Tigers are playing a doubleheader. The plan is to blow up a bunch of disco albums between games, but it goes horribly wrong when fans become unruly and rush the field, forcing the White Sox to forfeit the second game.

1979-Soul singer Minnie Riperton, known for her hit "Lovin' You," dies of breast cancer at age 31. Her daughter, Maya Rudolph, is 6 years old.

1976-R&B singer-songwriter Tracie Spencer is born in Waterloo, Iowa. Shortly after signing to Capitol Records in 1988, at age 12, she releases the hit singles "Hide and Seek" and "Symptoms of True Love."

1971-Radio stations start running a Coke commercial called "I'd Like To Buy The World A Coke," sung by The New Seekers. It is later used a TV commercial showing young people from around the world singing on a hillside. The New Seekers later record a full version of the song as "I'd Like To Teach The World To Sing," which becomes a huge hit.

1970-The local band Fritz opens for Janis Joplin at the Santa Clara County Fairgrounds in California. The lead singer in Fritz is Stevie Nicks, who is awestruck watching Joplin perform. Nicks credits Joplin for showing her how to connect with an audience from the stage.

1969-Blind Faith, a supergroup with Eric Clapton and Steve Winwood, begin their US tour with a show at Madison Square Garden in New York City. Their album isn't released yet, but the show is still a sellout thanks to Clapton's star power

1969-A week before the moon landing, "In The Year 2525" by Zager and Evans, a bleak sci-fi song where humankind gradually destroys itself, hits #1 in the US. It stays at #1 for six weeks.

1968-Micky Dolenz of The Monkees marries the model Samantha Juste, who is the "disc girl" on the BBC show Top Of The Pops. Dolenz, who met her on the show, wrote some of The Monkees song "Randy Scouse Git" about her. They divorce in 1975.

1967-John Petrucci, guitarist for the progressive metal band Dream Theater, is born in Long Island, New York.

1965-The Beach Boys release "California Girls." Musically, it's one of group leader Brian Wilson's favorite compositions, with an introduction that combines country and classical influences.

1963-Alan Duval of UB40 is born.

1962-The Rolling Stones make their live debut at the Marquee Club in London subbing for Long John Baldry's Blues Incorporated. The band members are Mick Jagger, Keith Richards, Brian Jones, Dick Taylor, Ian Stewart and future Kink Mick Avory.

1962-Dan Murphy (former lead guitarist for Soul Asylum) is born in Duluth, Minnesota.

1960-Floyd Cramer releases "Last Date."

1956-Christian singer Sandi Patti is born in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.

1952-Philip Taylor Kramer (bass guitarist for Iron Butterfly) is born in Youngstown, Ohio.

1952-Vera Lynn's "Auf Wiederseh'n Sweetheart" hits #1 on the Best Sellers chart in America, making her the first foreign artist to top a major chart in that country.

1952-Liz Mitchell (lead singer of Boney M.) is born in Clarendon, Jamaica.

1950-Eric Carr (drummer for KISS) is born in Brooklyn, New York.

1948-Walter Egan ("Magnet And Steel") is born in Queens, New York.

1946-Jeff Christie (vocalist, bassist for Christie) is born in Leeds, Yorkshire, England.

1943-Christine McVie of Fleetwood Mac is born Christine Anne Perfect in Bouth, Lancashire, England.

1939-Pop singer Kenny Dino is born in Astoria, Queens, New York. Known for the 1961 hit "Your Ma Said You Cried in Your Sleep Last Night."

1937-Bill Cosby is born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He makes the Music History Calendar for his 1967 hit "Little Ole Man."

1934-Pianist Van Cliburn is born in Shreveport, Louisiana. He rises to prominence when he wins the inaugural quadrennial International Tchaikovsky Piano Competition in Moscow.

1928-Barbara Cowsill (mother of the family act The Cowsills) is born Barbara Russell in in Cranston, Rhode Island.

1927-Jazz trumpeter Conte Candoli is born in Mishawaka, Indiana.

1895-Oscar Hammerstein II is born in New York City. The musical composer and theater director becomes known for his collaborations with Richard Rodgers, including The King and I and The Sound of Music.

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1174- William I of Scotland, key rebel in Revolt of 1173-1174, captured at Alnwick by forces loyal to Henry II of Englan

1522- Hunger appeal by women of Utrecht

1558 -Battle of Gravelines: In France, Spanish forces led by Count Lamoral of Egmont defeat the French forces of Marshal Paul des Thermes at Gravelines

1568 -Dean of St. Paul's London, Alexander Nowell, perfects a way to bottle beer

1573- Haarlem surrenders after 7 months to Spanish army

1643- Battle at Roundway Down: Royalists beat parliamentary armies

1645- Aleksei Romanov succeeds his father Michael as Tsar of Russia

1657 -Oliver Cromwell constrains English army leader John Lambert

1668- Van Marco Cesti's opera "Il Pomo d'Oro" (the Golden Apple or Tomato) premieres in Vienna

1700 -Treaty of Constantinople establishes peace after Russo-Turkish war

1772 Captain James Cook begins his second voyage to the South Seas aboard HMS Resolution to search for Terra Australis (Southern Continent)

1787- US Congress adopts Ordinance of 1787 (Northwest Ordinance), establishes first organized US territory, sets requirements for statehood - guaranteeing equal status with original 13 states, outlawing slavery, and protecting civil liberties [1]

1787-the United States Congress enacted the Northwest Ordinance, establishing the Northwest Territory.

1794 -Battle of the Vosges between French forces and those of Prussia and Austria

1832- Source of Mississippi River discovered by American geographer Henry Schoolcraft

1835 -Swedish-American inventor John Ericsson files for a patent for his screw propeller design

1836 -US Patent #1 is granted for locomotive wheels after 9,957 unnumbered patents

1837- Queen Victoria is first monarch to live in present Buckingham Palace

1851 -John Loudon discovers tin on East Indian Island of Billiton

1854 -In the Battle of Guaymas, Mexico, General Jose Maria Yanez stops the French invasion led by Count Gaston de Raousset Boulbon

1854- US forces shell and burn San Juan del Norte, Nicaragua

1861- Battle of Corrick's Ford, Virginia (Carrick's Ford) - Union army takes total control of western Virginia

1862- Battle of Murfreesboro, fought in Rutherford County, Tennessee begins (Forrest's Raid), Confederate victory (US Civil War)

1863- Battle of Bayou La Fourche, Louisiana

1863- Battle of Tupelo, Mississippi (Harrisburg) [->JUL 15]

1863- New York City Draft Riot: Anti-draft protests turn violent, over 100 killed, including lynching of Blacks, 2,000 injured and 50 buildings burned; riots last for 3 days

1863 Rebellion at Morgan's, Ohio [->JUL 26]

1864- Early retreats from Washington City back to Shenandoah Valley

1865- Horace Greeley, founder and editor of the "New-York Tribune," reputedly advises his readers to "Go west, young man"

In 1930, the first FIFA World Cup kicked off in Uruguay.

In 1923, the iconic Hollywood Sign was officially dedicated in Los Angeles, California.




Music History


2011-Songwriter Jerry Ragovoy dies of a stroke at age 80. Under the pseudonym Norman Meade, he co-wrote "Time Is On My Side," made famous by the Rolling Stones.

Jimmy Buffett Releases First #1 Album
2004-Jimmy Buffett releases License To Chill, his 21st studio album. It's mostly a collection of duets with fellow country stars, including Martina McBride, Kenny Chesney, and George Strait. It's also his first album to go to #1 in the US.More

2004Arthur Kane of the New York Dolls dies of leukemia at age 55.

2003--Broadway singer Eileen Rodgers dies of lung cancer at age 73.

2000-James Brown is formally charged with assaulting Russell Eubanks, an employee of South Carolina Electric and Gas, with a steak knife after Eubanks visited Brown's Beech Island estate to check on reports that he was without electricity.

1999-In support of their acclaimed synth-infused album The Soft Bulletin, The Flaming Lips embark on a "headphones tour" that combines pre-recorded material, provided to the audience through customized headsets, with the live stage show.More

1992-Jett Williams, illegitimate daughter of country legend Hank Williams, is granted partial royalties of his songs by a New York appeals court, adding to a ruling reached on July 5 that she should receive half of his estate.

1991-INXS play to a crowd of 72,000 at Wembley Stadium in London, six years to the day Live Aid was held there. It is later released as the live album and video Live Baby Live.

1989-Leon Bridges is born Todd Michael Bridges in Atlanta, Georgia, but grows up in Fort Worth, Texas. He releases his debut album, Coming Home, in 2015 and is hailed as "the second coming of Sam Cooke."

1985-The Live Aid concerts take place in Philadelphia and London to raise money for the hungry in Africa. The Beach Boys, The Four Tops, Paul McCartney, Tina Turner, Elton John, David Bowie, The Who, Queen, Eric Clapton and Bob Dylan all take part.

1985-Tears for Fears bow out of performing at Live Aid, Bob Geldof's star-studded charity concert for famine relief in Africa, after two members of their band quit. The group donates concert funds to the cause, but feels the weight of Geldof's disapproval. TFF's Roland Orzabal says, "He made us feel very guilty. All those millions of people dying, it was all our fault. I felt terrible. I tell you, I know how Hitler must have felt."

1985-Piggybacking on Live Aid, top Australian acts play a benefit concert in Sydney called Oz For Africa. INXS, Little River Band and Men At Work are all on the bill.

1985-Howard Jones performs at London's Wembley Stadium as part of Live Aid. Jones sings his hit single "Hide and Seek" on Freddie Mercury's piano.

1985-David Bowie and Mick Jagger debut their video for "Dancing in the Street" at Live Aid. Bowie also performs "Heroes" at Wembley Stadium.

1984-Philippé Wynne, who was with The Spinners from 1972 to 1977, has a heart attack while performing at a nightclub in Oakland, California. Wynne, 43, dies the next day.

1984-At The Jacksons' Victory tour stop at Texas Stadium, Eddie Van Halen joins Michael Jackson on stage to play his guitar solo from "Beat It."

1974-Eric Clapton invites Todd Rundgren to play guitar during the encore of Clapton's concert at Madison Square Garden. Todd's guitar rig isn't working, so Clapton takes off his guitar, hands it to Todd, and steps aside to listen.

1974-George McRae's "Rock Your Baby" hits #1 for the first of two weeks.

1974-R&B singer Deborah Cox is born in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, but grows up in Scarborough. She breaks into the music industry as a backup singer for Celine Dion in the early '90s.

1973-Bob Dylan releases Pat Garrett & Billy The Kid, the soundtrack album for the Sam Peckinpah-directed movie of the same name.

1966-Ike & Tina Turner's "River Deep - Mountain High," which peaked at #88 in America, climbs to #3 in the UK, earning them a gig opening for The Rolling Stones. Their success has tragic consequences, as Ike gets more an more violent toward Tina, who endures years of abuse.

1964The Beatles release "A Hard Day's Night" in the US. The title comes from a phrase Ringo Starr came up with.

1959-Paul Anka's "Lonely Boy" hits #1 for the first of four weeks.

1959-The Shirelles release "Dedicated To The One I Love."

1959-The movie Hound Dog Man, starring Fabian and Dodie Stevens, goes into production.

1956-Elvis Presley releases "Hound Dog" and "Don't Be Cruel" as a double-A-side single. It sells four million copies to become the top-selling single of 1956, and makes Elvis a superstar. He's soon booked on every major variety show and launches a movie career.

1954-Country singer Louise Mandrell is born Thelma Louise Mandrell in Corpus Christi, Texas. She is the younger sister of fellow singer Barbara Mandrell.

1951-Austrian composer Arnold Schoenberg dies at age 76.

1942-Doo wop singer Jay Uzzell (of The Corsairs) is born in La Grange, North Carolina.

1942-Stephen Bladd (drummer for The J. Geils Band) is born in Boston, Massachusetts.

1935-Latin jazz percussionist Pete Escovedo (of Santana) is born in Pittsburg, California.

2013-Glee star Cory Monteith is found dead in a Vancouver hotel room after accidentally ingesting a toxic combination of heroin and alcohol. The 31-year-old actor played Finn Hudson on the popular FOX musical series.

2008-Joan Jett plays a murder victim on the "Reunion" episode of Law & Order: Criminal Intent. Her character hosts a show called Rock 'n Talk before she meets her demise.

1996-At Riverfront Park in Nashville, Chet Atkins, Steve Earle and the Goo Goo Dolls join about 1000 other guitarists to jam on "Heartbreak Hotel" for nearly 80 minutes. They come up short in their bid to break the record for largest jam session, set in 1994 when 1,320 guitarists played "Takin' Care Of Business" in Vancouver.

1942-Roger McGuinn of The Byrds is born in Chicago, Illinois.

1897-A US patent is granted to inventor Guglielmo Marconi for transmitting electrical signals, leading to the invention of radio.

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1789 – French Revolutionaries Storm the Bastille
On July 14, 1789, French revolutionaries stormed the Bastille prison in Paris.
Only seven prisoners were held there, but the prison symbolised royal tyranny.
This event marked the beginning of the French Revolution.
It is now celebrated every year as Bastille Day, France's national holiday.
1790 – France Celebrates the Fête de la Fédération
Exactly one year after the Bastille was stormed, France held a massive celebration.
Known as the Fête de la Fédération, it marked national unity.
It was a peaceful event attended by thousands, including King Louis XVI.


1798 – Sedition Act Becomes U.S. Federal Law
On July 14, 1798, the U.S. government passed the Sedition Act.
It made it illegal to publish "false or malicious" content against the government.
The act became known as one of the worst constitutional violations in U.S. history.

1881 – Billy the Kid Is Shot Dead
On this day, Sheriff Pat Garrett shot and killed Billy the Kid at Maxwell Ranch.
Billy the Kid's real name was Henry McCarty.
His death ended the life of one of the Wild West's most famous outlaws.

1882 – Gunfighter John Ringo Found Dead
On July 14, 1882, John Ringo, a legendary gunman, was found dead in Arizona.
He was discovered in Turkey Creek Canyon with a bullet wound to the head.
Ringo was known for his intelligence and was called a gentleman gunslinger.
His death remains mysterious, with theories of suicide and murder.


1913 – Future President Gerald R. Ford Is Born
Gerald R. Ford was born Leslie Lynch King Jr. in Omaha, Nebraska.
His father left early, and his stepfather adopted him, giving him the name Ford.
He would go on to become the 38th President of the United States


1918 – Quentin Roosevelt Killed in World War I
On this day, Quentin Roosevelt, son of Theodore Roosevelt, was shot down.
He was a U.S. pilot fighting over the Marne River in France.
He was engaged to Flora Payne Whitney and was only 20 years old.
His plane was brought down by a German Fokker aircraft.
1931 – South Dakota Faces a Grasshopper Plague
On July 14, 1931, South Dakota's governor begged the president for help.
Grasshoppers had destroyed crops across 11,000 square miles.
The infestation created one of the worst agricultural crises of the Great Depression.

1946 – Dr. Spock Publishes Landmark Childcare Book
Dr. Benjamin Spock released The Common Sense Book of Baby and Child Care.
It transformed parenting and sold over 50 million copies.
It became one of the most influential books in American homes.
1963 – Tensions Between USSR and China Intensify
On this day, relations between China and the Soviet Union worsened.
They clashed ideologically over communism's future.
The U.S. welcomed the split between the two communist powers.
1968 – Hank Aaron Hits His 500th Home Run
Baseball legend Hank Aaron hit his 500th career home run.
He achieved the milestone in a game against the San Francisco Giants.
Aaron would go on to break Babe Ruth's record with 755 home runs.


1957 – First Arab Woman Elected to Parliament
Rawya Ateya became the first female member of parliament in the Arab world.
She was elected in Egypt and paved the way for other Arab women in politics

1953 – George Washington Carver Monument Dedicated
The George Washington Carver National Monument was dedicated in Missouri.
It became the first U.S. national monument honouring a Black American.
It stands where Carver, a famous scientist and inventor, was born and raised.

2016 – Truck Attack on Bastille Day in Nice, France
A terrorist drove a truck through crowds celebrating Bastille Day in Nice.
86 people were killed, and over 400 were injured.
It was one of the deadliest attacks in modern French history.



2018-Drake breaks his own record for most entries on the Hot 100 at once when he places 27 songs on the tally following the release of his album Scorpion.

2014-Johnny Winter plays the Cahors Blues Festival in France. It's his last performance, as he dies two days later.

2013-In Switzerland, 73-year-old Tina Turner marries her longtime boyfriend, the record producer Erwin Bach. A few years later, he gives her one of his kidneys when she needs a transplant.

Vampire Weekend Cover Model Sues Band
2010-Ann Kirsten Kennis, whose Polaroid photo is on the cover of Vampire Weekend's #1 album Contra, files a $2 million lawsuit against the band, their label, and the photographer, claiming she never granted permission to use it. She later settles with the band.More

2009-The debut album by The Dead Weather, Horehound, is released, and spawns the singles "Hang You from the Heavens," "Treat Me Like Your Mother," and "I Cut Like A Buffalo."

2008-Rock Band 2 reveals that the new Guns N' Roses song "Shackler's Revenge" is to appear in the game.

2007-The album Hannah Montana 2: Meet Miley Cyrus goes to #1, as did the first soundtrack from the Disney show Hannah Montana the previous year. Miley Cyrus, who plays Hannah on the show, is now being promoted as a singer under her real name, not just her character.

2005-Joe Harnell, a pianist and composer who worked as an accompanist and arranger for Peggy Lee and others, dies of heart failure at age 80.

2002-The Australian rock band The Vines release their debut album, Highly Evolved, earning raves from both NME and Rolling Stone, which put them on their covers and compare them to Nirvana.

1995-At what was previously a forsaken patch of land to the north of Hartford, Connecticut, Michael Bolton plays the grand opening concert at the Meadows Music Theater. Bolton, who grew up in New Haven, is good friends with the venue's promoter Jim Koplik. 90 degree heat stifles the ceremony a bit, as soon-to-be disgraced governor John Rowland has to take off his tuxedo coat when greeting Bolton onstage.

1993-The US Postal Service introduces four new stamps honoring classic Broadway musicals: My Fair Lady, Porgy and Bess, Show Boat, and Oklahoma!

1992-Aretha Franklin opens the 1992 Democratic National Convention in New York by singing the US national anthem.

1992-Olivia Newton-John makes public her bout with breast cancer, which she will eventually beat.

1989-New York Family Court judge Judy Sheindlin, soon to become TV star "Judge Judy," orders Tom Jones to pay child support to model Katherine Berkery after making the singer take a paternity test. Their child, Jonathan Jones Berkery, becomes a singer.

1988-At the height of "Elvis is Alive" mania, Nashville radio station WYHY offers a million dollars to anyone who shows up at the studios with the King.

1988-Michael Jackson begins his first-ever UK tour at Wembley Stadium in London.

1987-Imagine Dragons lead singer Dan Reynolds is born in Las Vegas, Nevada. Raised Mormon, he attends BYU, where he forms the band with fellow student Wayne Sermon in 2008.


1981-In France, Roxy Music's Bryan Ferry contracts a kidney infection and is flown to London after collapsing in his hotel room.

1980-Former Beatles and Rolling Stones manager Allen Klein begins a two-month jail term for income tax evasion.

1980-The combustible couple Glen Campbell and Tanya Tucker open the Republican National Convention in Detroit with a duet of the National Anthem. Campbell later admits they were "higher than the notes we were singing."
Other performers at the convention include Vicki Lawrence, Donny & Marie Osmond, and Pat Boone.

1980-Malcolm Owen (original singer for Ruts) dies of a heroin overdose at age 26.

1979-Donna Summer's "Bad Girls," a song about prostitutes, hits #1 in America.

Barry Manilow Is "Ready To Take A Chance Again" In Foul Play
1978-Foul Play, a quirky comedy thriller starring Goldie Hawn and Chevy Chase, debuts in theaters. The soundtrack boasts the Barry Manilow tune "Ready To Take A Chance Again," which is nominated for the Academy Award for Best Original Song.More

1977-The BBC lifts their ban on The Sex Pistols, who appear on Top Of The Pops in a video clip performing their song "Pretty Vacant," which has become a surprise hit in the UK.

1975-R&B singer Tameka "Tiny" Cottle (of Xscape) is born in Jonesboro, Georgia. She receives a Grammy Award as a co-writer on TLC's hit "No Scrubs."

1975-Rapper Taboo (of Black Eyed Peas) is born Jaime Luis Gomez in Boyle Heights, Los Angeles, California.

1973-Glam-rocker Gary Glitter makes his live stage debut in Mecksham, England.

1973-The Everly Brothers break up in very public fashion, fracturing in the middle of a concert at Knott's Berry Farm in Buena Park, California.More

1973-Bluegrass/country guitarist Clarence White (of The Byrds) dies at 29 after being hit by a drunk driver. He was loading equipment into his car after a gig in Palmdale, California, when he was struck.

1969-Bob Dylan with The Band make a surprise appearance at Mississippi River Rock Festival.

1969-The movie Easy Rider, which opens with the heavy metal thunder of "Born To Be Wild," opens in theaters. The film stars Peter Fonda and Dennis Hopper as motorcycle-riding free spirits. The soundtrack sells over 500,000 copies.

1967-The Who launch their first large-scale American tour, playing the first of 55 dates with... Herman's Hermits

1966-Tanya Donelly is born in Newport, Rhode Island. She forms Throwing Muses with her stepsister Kristin Hersh when both are 14; Donelly later forms Belly and The Breeders.

1966-Ellen Reid (keyboardist/accordionist for Crash Test Dummies) is born in Selkirk, Manitoba, Canada.

1965-Igor Khoroshev (keyboardist for Yes) is born in Moscow, Russia (then part of the Soviet Union).

1964-The Rolling Stones score their first #1 hit in the UK with their cover of Bobby Womack's "It's All Over Now."

1962-Bobby Vinton's "Roses Are Red (My Love)" hits #1 for the first of four weeks.

1953-Bebe Buell is born in Portsmouth, Virginia. Though she later rejects the description, she becomes one of the most famous "groupies" of all time, hooking up with a host of stars including Todd Rundgren, to whom she is married from

1972- to 1979. Rundgren brings up her daughter Liv - later revealed to be the biological child of Aerosmith's Steven Tyler.

1953-Maurice Starr, creator of the boy bands New Edition and New Kids On The Block, is born Larry Johnson in Florida. Starr also produces both groups and writes many of their songs.

1952-Chris Cross (bass guitarist for Ultravox) is born in Tottenham, London, England.

1949-Music executive Tommy Mottola is born in The Bronx, New York City. Before landing a 15-year gig as head of Sony Music, Mottola starts out as a talent manager helping acts like Hall & Oates and Carly Simon secure record deals. He's also known for marrying - and divorcing - Mariah Carey.

1939-Jimmy Dorsey releases "Brazil."

1932-Country singer Del Reeves, known for the 1965 novelty hit "Girl On The Billboard" and the 1968 trucker's anthem "Looking At The World Through A Windshield," is born Franklin Delano Reeves in Sparta, North Carolina.

1926-Lowman "Pete" Pauling (songwriter, guitarist for The 5 Royales) is born in Winston-Salem, North Carolina.

1912-Woody Guthrie is born in Okemah, Oklahoma. He writes thousands of songs, many that remain unrecorded as lyric sheets in the Guthrie Archives.

1908-Boston-born composer William Mason dies at age 79.

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971- According to legend, English saint Swithun is reburied inside Winchester Cathedral against his wishes, and a terrible storm proceeds to rain for 40 days and 40 nights

1099 -City of Jerusalem is captured and plundered by Christian forces during the First Crusade

1205 -Pope Innocent III states Jews are doomed to perpetual servitudea and subjugation due to crucifixion of Jesus

1207- King John of England expels Canterbury monks for supporting Pope's choice of Archbishop of Canterbury, Stephen Langton

1240 -A Novgorodian army led by Alexander Nevsky defeats the Swedes in the Battle of the Neva

1381- John Ball, a leader in the Peasants' Revolt, is hanged, drawn and quartered in the presence of Richard II of England

1410- Battle of Grunwald (First Battle of Tannenburg, Battle of Žalgiris), one of Medieval Europe's largest battles during Poland-Lithuanian Teutonic War. Polish King Władysław Jagiełło and Lithuanian Grand Duke Vytautas defeat Teutonic Ulrich von Jungingen

1500 -Albert III, Duke of Saxony defeats the Friesian rebellion

1500- Baglione family massacre at the "Blood Wedding" of Astorre Baglione and Lavinia Colonna in Perugia

1501 -Portuguese explorer Pedro Cabral arrives back in Lisbon from his voyage to India, having lost six ships, during which he accidently discovered Brazil

1524 -Emperor Charles I bans German national synode

1741 -Alexei Chirikov sights land in Southeast Alaska. He sends men ashore in a longboat, making them the first Europeans to visit Alaska

1755 -French ambassador recalled from London

1779 -American troops under General A Wayne conquer Fort Stony Point, NY

1783- World's first steamboat the Pyroscaphe, built by Claude-François-Dorothée, marquis de Jouffroy d'Abbans, makes its first voyage on the river Saône in France

1787 -Parliament of Paris banished to Troyes

1789- Gilbert du Motier, marquis de La Fayette, is named by acclamation colonel-general of the new National Guard of Paris

1799- The Rosetta Stone is found in the Egyptian village of Rosetta by French Captain Pierre-François Bouchard during Napoleon's Egyptian Campaign

1808- French marshal Joachim Murat becomes King of Naples

1815- First flat horse race held at English race track Cheltenham on Nottingham Hill

1815 -Napoleon surrenders to Captain Frederick Maitland of HMS Bellerophon at Rochefort after his earlier defeat at the Battle of Waterloo

1823 A fire destroys the ancient Basilica of Saint Paul Outside the Walls in Rome

1830 -Indian tribes, Sioux, Sauk & Fox, sign fourth Treaty of Prairie du Chien giving the US most of Minnesota, Iowa and Missouri

1840- Great Britain, Russia, Austria and Prussia sign Quadruple Alliance

1850 -John Wisden bowls all 10 South batsmen, North v South at Lord's

1856 -Natal forms as a British colony separate from Cape Colony

1862- CSS Arkansas vs USS Carondelet & Queen of the West engage at Yazoo River

1863 -President Davis orders service duty for confederate army

1864- Troop train loaded with Confederate prisoners collided with a coal train killing 65 and injuring 109 of 955 aboard

1867- San Francisco Merchants' Exchange opens

1869 -Margarine is patented by Hippolye Mège-Mouriès for use by the French Navy

1870 -Manitoba becomes the 5th Canadian province and the Northwest Territories are created and transferred to Canada by the Hudson's Bay Company

1870 -The last confederate state, Georgia is readmitted to the United States

1876- Baseball's first official no-hitter: George Bradley of the St Louis Brown Stockings no-hits the Hartford Dark Blues, 2-0

1888 -Bandai volcano (Japan) erupts for 1st time in 1,000 years

1898 -Camillo Golgi discovers the Golgi Apparatus (a delicate network inside cells essential for the transmission and reception of information between cells)

1900 -President Steyn/General De Law escape Brandwater Basin

1901- NY Giant Christy Mathewson no-hits St Louis, 5-0

1904 -1st Buddhist temple in US forms, in Los Angeles, California

1906 -Republic museum opens Rembrandt hall in Amsterdam

1909 -Detroit's future Baseball Hall of Fame center-fielder Ty Cobb smashes 2 inside-the-park homers to lead the Tigers to a sweep of the Washington Senators, 9-5 and 7-0

1912 -American athlete Jim Thorpe is placed in top 4 in all 10 events, for an Olympic record 8,413 points to win the Decathlon gold medal at the Stockholm Olympics, medal stripped 1913 (played pro baseball), reinstated 1982

1914 -Mexican President Victoriano Huerta flees with 2 million pesos to Europe


1915-First Gallipoli wounded arrive home
The first large group of Gallipoli wounded to return to New Zealand arrived in Wellington on the troopship Willochra as part of a draft of around 300 men.


1915 -The Austro-German forces launch an offensive along the Eastern Front

1915 -The head of German propaganda in the US, Dr Heinrich Albert, loses his briefcase on a New York City subway; an examination of its content reveals extensive network of German espionage and subversion across the US

1916 -22.22" (56.4 cm) of rain falls in Altapass NC (state record)

1916 -Boeing Company (Pacific Aero) formed by William Boeing in Seattle, Washington

1918 -World War I: Second Battle of Marne begins

1920 -Ruth ties his record of 29 HRs in a season

1921 -NY Yankees slugger Babe Ruth ties MLB record of 138 career home runs (held by Roger Connor since 1895) in 7-2 win over St. Louis Browns at Sportsman's Park, St. Louis

1922 -First duck-billed platypus publicly exhibited in the US at Bronx Zoological Park in New York City

1923 -Italian parliament accepts new constitution

1926- VPRO (Free thinking Protestant Radio Broadcast) forms

1927- Massacre in Vienna: 89 protesters are killed by the Austrian police

1929 -1st airport hotel opens at Oakland, California

Hoover Cuts Own Salary
1932 -US President Herbert Hoover cuts own salary 15%

1933-Lovelock smashes world mile record
Jack Lovelock's run at Princeton University broke Jules Ladoumegue’s record for the mile by 1.6 seconds. The race was dubbed the 'greatest mile of all time' by Time Magazine.

1933 -Wiley Post begins the first solo flight around the world, completing the journey in 7 days and 19 hours

1934 -Continental Airlines commences operations.

1936 -Dutch 2nd Chamber agree to temporarily increase defense budget

1937 -Buchenwald Concentration Camp opens

1937 -Japanese attack Marco Polo Bridge, invade China

1938- Arthur Fagg becomes the first batsman in first-class cricket history to score double centuries in both innings of a match, with 244 and 202 for Kent against Essex in Colchester, England

1939 -Clara Adams is the first woman to complete a commercial round-the-world flight from New York, lasting 16 days and 19 hours

1940- Nazi occupiers seize library of IISG Amsterdam

1940- Physicist Donald Kerst becomes the first person to accelerate electrons using electromagnetic induction, reaching energies of 2.3 MeV, when his betatron device (for particle acceleration) becomes operational in Urbana, Illinois

1941- Britain's MAUD Report edited by physicist James Chadwick approved, concludes an atomic bomb is feasible

Penicillin Development
1941 Howard Florey and Norman Heatley present freeze-dried mold cultures of penicillin





Music History


2018-"November Rain" by Guns N' Roses becomes the first '90s video to pass a billion views on YouTube. The next closest '90s video is "Zombie" by The Cranberries, at 739 million.

2017-Aaron Carter is arrested for drunken driving and marijuana possession when he is pulled over in Cornelia, Georgia, outside of Atlanta. He is scheduled to play a show in Kansas City that evening, which he cancels, citing "transportation issues."

2016-As he's done since 1972, Alice Cooper announces he's running for president, this time with the campaign slogan "A Troubled Man for Troubled Times." His platform includes "Adding Lemmy to Mount Rushmore" and "Getting Brian Johnson back in AC/DC." He loses to Donald Trump, but gains more exposure for his song "Elected."More

2016-In what they famously describe as a "conscious uncoupling," Chris Martin (of Coldplay) and Gwyneth Paltrow officially divorce after 13 years of marriage.

Gangnam Style Shows Up On YouTube
2012-The "Gangnam Style" video is posted to YouTube; we are powerless to resist.More

2011-To celebrate the 50th anniversary of their Adult Contemporary chart, which had various names over the years, including Easy Listening, Billboard publishes its list of the top 100 Adult Contemporary songs of all time, with Savage Garden's "Truly Madly Deeply" at #1, followed by "Lead Me On" by Maxine Nightingale and "Drift Away" by Uncle Kracker.

2010-Robbie Williams officially returns to Take That, ending a longstanding feud with Gary Barlow.

2009-45 years after he played at the Ed Sullivan Theater with The Beatles, Paul McCartney returns to the venue to appear on The Late Show With David Letterman. Earlier in the day, McCartney plays a few songs from the theater's marquee, surprising the onlookers in Manhattan.

2009-According to Billboard, since Michael Jackson's death, which occurred on June 25, 2009, American consumers have purchased more than 2.3 million of his albums.

2007-After getting favorable ratings for their unruly reality series Flavor of Love, featuring hip-hop legend Flavor Flav, VH1 decides to cash in on a bygone era of rock n' roll with a similar spectacle called Rock of Love, starring one the biggest names in hair metal: Bret Michaels of Poison.

2007-Prince gives away free copies of his latest album Planet Earth with the UK newspaper Mail On Sunday. The unconventional distribution rankles record retailers, but helps promote his run of 21 shows at the O2 Arena in London, which sell out.

2006-Sum 41 front man Deryck Whibley ties the knot with Avril Lavigne in Montecito, California. The marriage will last just over three years.

2001-Vanilla Ice opens for Insane Clown Posse at the second annual Gathering Of The Juggalos, this time in Toledo, Ohio (they aren't welcome back in Novi, Michigan, site of the first one). Once again, ICP's headline set is cut short when fans rush the stage.

2000-Paul Young, frontman with Sad Café and lead singer on the Mike + the Mechanics hit "All I Need Is A Miracle," dies of a heart attack at age 53.

1997-Sarah McLachlan releases her fourth album, Surfacing, 10 days after starting the Lilith Fair, where she's a featured performer along with other musical ladies like Sheryl Crow and Jewel. It's a slow build: By the time the hit single "Adia" is on the charts, the second Lilith Fair is under way. The album eventually sells over 8 million copies in America and another million in her native Canada.

1997-Missy Elliott releases her debut album, Supa Dupa Fly, with lead single "The Rain (Supa Dupa Fly)," a reworking of the Ann Peebles song "I Can't Stand The Rain." Guests on the album include Ginuwine, Busta Rhymes and Aaliyah, all artists Elliott has produced.

1996-Nickelodeon premieres the teen sitcom Kenan & Kel, with the theme song "Aw, Here It Goes" from Coolio.

1991-Warrant lead singer Jani Lane marries Bobbie Brown, the girl from the "Cherry Pie" video. They divorce two years later.

1991-Bert Convy (of The Cheers) dies of a brain tumor at age 57. The actor and singer had gone on to become a popular game show host of Super Password and Win, Lose, or Draw.

1989-Atlantic Records executive Nesuhi Ertegun, who worked with The Drifters and Bobby Darin, dies following a cancer surgery at age 71.

1989-200,000 people turn out for a free Pink Floyd concert in Venice, Italy.

1986-Columbia Records, Johnny Cash's home for 28 years, drops the singer from its roster of artists. He signs with Mercury but continues his career decline until 1994, when he releases the first of six acclaimed albums on Rick Rubin's record label.

1986-Run-DMC's Raising Hell becomes the first rap album certified Platinum.

1986-The city of El Cerrito, California, declares this day to be John Fogerty Day in honor of one of their hometown heroes.

John Travolta Wants To Strut In Saturday Night Fever Sequel
1983-The Saturday Night Fever sequel Staying Alive debuts in theaters, starring John Travolta. The Bee Gees also return for the soundtrack, introducing five new songs, including "The Woman In You."More

1982-Bill Justis of "Raunchy" fame dies of cancer at age 55.

1980-Linda Ronstadt makes a well-received dramatic debut in Joseph Papp's production of Gilbert and Sullivan's Pirates of Penzance in New York's Central Park, setting off a "Pirates" fad that lasts for the next three years.

1979-Punk rocker Rick Garberson (drummer for Bizarros) dies of a presumed suicide via carbon-monoxide poisoning.

1978-Bob Dylan performs at the biggest open-air concert in history for a solo artist, playing for over 200,000 at "The Picnic at Blackbushe" at Blackbushe Airport in Hampshire, England.

1978-The Rolling Stones' Some Girls album hits #1 in America.

1973-At a festival concert in White City, London, a visibly distraught Ray Davies, newly separated from his wife, announces on stage that he's retiring from show business, leaves the concert, and checks into a local hospital for exhaustion. (A week later, he will return to the band.)

1972-Elton John lands his first #1 album in America as Honky Chateau blasts to the top thanks to the hit "Rocket Man." His next five albums also enter that orbit, going to #1.

1968-The Beatles' new enterprise, Apple, enters its new corporate headquarters on 3 Savile Row, London, later the site of their famous "rooftop concert."

1962-Héctor Angulo, a Cuban student attending the Manhattan School of Music, plays the song "Guantanamera" for Pete Seeger during the Folk Festival of the Catskills at Camp Woodland in Phoenicia, New York, where Angulo is working as a counselor for the summer. Seeger learns the song and adds it to his repertoire, introducing it to American audiences.

1959-Perry Como re-records his hit Christmas song "(There's No Place Like) Home For The Holidays" for his album Season's Greetings from Perry Como. This version features the Mitchell Ayres Orchestra and the Ray Charles Singers.

1958-John Lennon's mother, Julia, is killed when she's hit by a car driven by an off-duty police officer. Lennon, 17 at the time, later writes the songs "Julia" and "Mother" about her.

1956-Ian Curtis is born in Macclesfield, England. In 1976 he joins Joy Division, one of the most influential and critically acclaimed UK alternative bands. Following the singer's death in May 1980, the remaining members of the band continue to write and perform as New Order.

1956-Joe Satriani is born in Westbury, New York.

1956-Marky Ramone (drummer for The Ramones) is born Marc Steven Bell in Brooklyn, New York.

1953-Alicia Bridges is born in Lawndale, North Carolina. Known for the disco hit "I Love The Nightlife (Disco 'Round)."

1952-Eight-year-old prodigy Gladys Knight appears on the TV show Ted Mack's Amateur Hour, a precursor to shows like Star Search and American Idol. She wins the top prize of $2,000 for her performance of Nat King Cole's "Too Young."

1952-David Pack (frontman for Ambrosia) is born in Huntington Park, California.

1952-13-year-old Jimmy Boyd records "I Saw Mommy Kissing Santa Claus."

1952-Johnny Thunders (of New York Dolls) is born John Anthony Genzale Jr. in Queens, New York.

1952-Jeff Carlisi (guitarist for .38 Special) is born in Boston, Massachusetts.

1952-Popular singer Patti Page begins her summer replacement series on CBS, attempting to hold the audience in Perry Como's usual timeslot three times a week for 15 minutes.

1950-Nat "King" Cole's "Mona Lisa" hits #1 in America. Written for the film Captain Carey, U.S.A., it goes on to win the Oscar for Best Song.

1948-Thomas Delmer Pyle is born in Louisville, Kentucky. In 1974, under the name Artimus Pyle, he joins the band Lynyrd Skynyrd. His musical career with Skynyrd earns him induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2006.

1947-Roger Kynard "Roky" Erickson, founder of the 13th Floor Elevators and pioneer of psychedelic music, is born.

1947-Guitarist Peter Banks, a founding member of Yes who is with the band until 1970, is born Peter William Brockbanks in Chipping Barnet, North London, England.

1946-Linda Ronstadt is born in Tucson, Arizona. Her music career starts as lead singer of the folk trio the Stone Poneys.

1945-Peter Lewis (rhythm guitarist for Moby Grape) is born in Los Angeles, California, to actress Loretta Young and writer-producer Tom Lewis.

1944-Soul singer-songwriter Millie Jackson is born in Thomson, Georgia.

1936-Country singer Tommy Dee is born in Vicker, Virginia. In 1959, he writes the hit "Three Stars" in honor of Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens, and J.P. "The Big Bopper" Richardson, who tragically died in a plane crash earlier that year.

1936-H. B. Barnum is born in Houston, Texas. A child star, he makes his foray into music as "Pee Wee Barnum" and later becomes a sought-after arranger for the likes of Frank Sinatra, Aretha Franklin, and The Supremes.
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1913-Country singer Cowboy Copas is born Lloyd Estel Copas in Blue Creek, Ohio.

1905-Dorothy Fields, co-writer of "The Way You Look Tonight," is born in Allenhurst, New Jersey.