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Historical events for
Saturday, 6 July 2024

  • Birth

    Verner von Heidenstam

    Swedish writer, winner of the Nobel Prize for Literature in 1916

  • Birth

    Frida Kahlo

    México

    Mexican feminist artist and icon known for her striking paintings and self-portraits. Born in 1907.

  • Birth

    Dalai Lama

    Birth anniversary of the Dalai Lama, Tibetan spiritual leader, born in 1935.

  • Birth

    Vladimir Ashkenazy

    Vladimir Ashkenazy, Russian pianist, born 1937.

  • Birth

    George W. Bush

    George W. Bush, 43rd president of the USA, born in 1946.

  • Birth

    Sylvester Stallone

    Sylvester Stallone, American actor, born in 1946, starred in films such as "Rambo" or "Rocky"

  • Birth

    Brian Johnson

    Dunston, Inglaterra

    Brian Johnson was born, lead singer of the band AC/DC from 1980 onwards, known for his powerful voice and contributions to iconic albums such as “Back in Black”.

  • Birth

    50 Cent

    Birthday of rapper 50 Cent, born in 1976.

  • Birth

    Eva Green

    Born in 1980, Eva Green is a French actress known for her roles in "Casino Royale" and "Penny Dreadful".

  • History

    Malawi National Day

    Celebration of the National Day of Malawi (Africa), commemorating independence from the United Kingdom, achieved in 1964.

  • History

    Operation Gordian Knot

    Celebration of Operation Nó Górdio, the largest Portuguese military campaign in the Colonial War in Mozambique, aimed at destroying FRELIMO bases between July and August 1970.

  • History

    Comoros National Day

    Celebration of the National Day of the Comoros (east coast of Africa), commemorating independence from France, achieved in 1975.

  • History

    World Zoonosis Day

    Celebration of World Zoonosis Day, aiming to raise awareness about diseases transmitted between animals and humans.

  • History

    Saint Maria Goretti's Day

    Celebration of the Day of Saint Maria Goretti, virgin and martyr, known for her purity and courage. Maria Goretti was canonized in 1947.