U.S. Begins Berlin Airlift
On June 26, 1948, in response to the Soviet blockade of land routes into West Berlin, the United States and its allies began a massive airlift of food, water, and medicine to the citizens of the besieged city. Known as the Berlin Airlift, this operation lasted for more than a year and involved over 200,000 […]
First Rainbow Pride Flag Premieres
The first rainbow Pride flag was premiered at the San Francisco Gay Freedom Day Parade on June 25, 1978. Designed by artist and activist Gilbert Baker, the flag featured eight colors, each with a distinct meaning, symbolizing diversity and acceptance. Although the original flag’s design was later simplified, it has become an internationally recognized emblem […]
Korean War Begins
On June 25, 1950, North Korean forces crossed the 38th parallel into South Korea, initiating the Korean War. This conflict drew in not only the Korean nations but also military forces from the United Nations, predominantly the United States, and later, Chinese troops supporting North Korea. The war, which lasted until 1953, ended in an […]
Battle of the Little Bighorn
The Battle of the Little Bighorn occurred on June 25, 1876, near the Little Bighorn River in Montana Territory. This engagement, famously known as Custer’s Last Stand, was part of the Great Sioux War of 1876. Lieutenant Colonel George Armstrong Custer’s 7th Cavalry was overwhelmingly defeated by combined forces of Lakota, Northern Cheyenne, and Arapaho […]
Surfside Condo Collapse
A tragic event occurred on June 24, 2021, when Champlain Towers South, a condominium in Surfside, Florida, suddenly collapsed, resulting in the deaths of 98 people. This disaster is one of the deadliest building collapses in U.S. history, not caused by a deliberate act or natural disaster. The collapse highlighted serious concerns about building safety, […]
U.S. Air Force Reports on Roswell
On June 24, 1997, the U.S. Air Force released a report titled “Case Closed: Final Report on the Roswell Incident,” aimed at dispelling rumors about the alleged UFO crash near Roswell, New Mexico, in 1947. This report concluded that the debris found was likely from a secret government project called Project Mogul, which involved high-altitude […]
King Philip’s War Begins
On June 24, 1675, King Philip’s War, one of the earliest and most devastating conflicts between Native American inhabitants and European settlers, began. This war was led by Metacomet, known as King Philip, the chief of the Wampanoag people. The conflict erupted over tensions caused by the colonists’ expansive and often oppressive demands for land […]
Thai Soccer Team Trapped in Cave
A dramatic rescue unfolded after twelve boys and their soccer coach were trapped in the Tham Luang cave in Thailand on June 23, 2018. The group became stranded deep inside the cave system after sudden and unexpected monsoon rains flooded their exit path. The ensuing international rescue operation captured the world’s attention, involving expert divers […]
John Gotti Sentenced to Life
John Gotti, also known as the “Teflon Don” for his ability to evade conviction in numerous previous trials, was sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole on June 23, 1992. As the head of the Gambino crime family, Gotti was one of the most powerful figures in the American Mafia. His conviction […]
Title IX Enacted
On June 23, 1972, Title IX of the Education Amendments was enacted, becoming a crucial statute in the fight against gender discrimination in educational programs and activities that receive federal financial assistance. Title IX famously states that “No person in the United States shall, on the basis of sex, be excluded from participation in, be […]