American Archaeologist Encounters Machu Picchu Ruins
On July 24, 1911, American archaeologist Hiram Bingham III re-discovered the ruins of Machu Picchu in Peru. Though known to local farmers, these ruins had been largely forgotten by the outside world until Bingham brought them to international attention. Machu Picchu, believed to have been a royal estate or religious retreat for Incan leaders, has […]
Mary Queen of Scots Deposed
On July 24, 1567, Mary, Queen of Scots, was forced to abdicate the throne in favor of her one-year-old son, James VI of Scotland (later James I of England). Mary’s reign was marred by political turmoil, controversial marriages, and the murder of her second husband, which led to her imprisonment and eventual execution. Her deposition […]
Miss America Resigns Over Nude Photos
On July 23, 1984, Vanessa Williams resigned as Miss America after nude photos of her were published without her consent. Williams, who was the first African American woman to win the title, faced unprecedented scrutiny and public pressure, sparking debates over privacy, consent, and moral standards in public life. Despite the controversy, Williams went on […]
Detroit Riots of 1967 Begin
The Detroit Riots began on July 23, 1967, after a police raid on an unlicensed bar, sparking five days of some of the most destructive riots in the history of the United States. The violence, looting, and arson resulted in 43 deaths and extensive property damage, highlighting deep-seated racial tensions and economic disparities in urban […]
Former President Ulysses S. Grant Dies
On July 23, 1885, Ulysses S. Grant, the 18th President of the United States and a commanding general during the Civil War, died of throat cancer at the age of 63. Grant’s leadership during the Civil War helped preserve the Union, and his two terms as president were marked by both commendable efforts to reconstruct […]
Prince George is Born
Prince George, the first child of Prince William and Kate Middleton, the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, was born on July 22, 2013. His birth was celebrated across the United Kingdom and the Commonwealth, as he became third in line to the British throne. The arrival of Prince George was a moment of national pride […]
Woodstock ‘99 Begins
Woodstock ’99, held from July 22 to July 25, 1999, was intended to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the iconic 1969 music festival. However, unlike its peaceful predecessor, Woodstock ’99, held in Rome, New York, became infamous for violence, fires, and riots. The festival exposed the dark side of what was meant to be a […]
Jeffrey Dahmer is Caught
On July 22, 1991, Jeffrey Dahmer, one of America’s most infamous serial killers and cannibals, was arrested in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. His apprehension ended a horrifying murder spree that claimed the lives of 17 men and boys between 1978 and 1991. Dahmer’s gruesome crimes shocked the world and raised intense discussions about the nature of evil, […]
Final Harry Potter Book Released
The release of “Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows,” the final book in J.K. Rowling’s Harry Potter series, on July 21, 2007, marked a monumental day in literary history. Fans around the world lined up for midnight releases, eager to discover the fates of Harry Potter and his friends in their ultimate battle against Voldemort. […]
Ernest Hemingway is Born
On July 21, 1899, Ernest Hemingway, one of the 20th century’s greatest writers, was born in Oak Park, Illinois. Hemingway’s distinctive writing style, characterized by economy and understatement, significantly influenced the development of 20th-century fiction. His adventurous lifestyle and public image fed into his legend, making him an emblem of the lost generation. His works, […]