Birth
Simon Bolivar
Venezuela
Simão Bolívar, Venezuelan politician and soldier, central figure in the independence of several South American countries.
† 17/12/1830DIGITAL ALMANAC · EUROPE/LISBON
Historical events for
Wednesday, 24 July 2024
- Birth
Alexandre Dumas (Father)
França
Alexandre Dumas, French writer known for classics such as "The Three Musketeers" and "The Count of Monte Cristo".
† 5/12/1870 - Birth
Amelia Earhart
EUA
Amelia Earhart, American aviator, pioneer in female aviation and first woman to fly alone over the Atlantic Ocean.
† 2/7/1937 - Birth
Oriana Fallaci
Itália
Oriana Fallaci, Italian journalist and writer, known for her incisive interviews and works on politics and war.
- Birth
Sam Mostyn
Governor-General of Australia, Sam Mostyn (b. 1954) is the official representative of the Monarch and the first female business leader to hold the office. With a notable background in the private sector and social activism, she exercises her constitutional duties with a focus on community cohesion and the federation’s institutional excellence.
- Birth
Jorge Jesus
Portugal
Jorge Jesus, Portuguese football coach, known for his work at clubs such as Benfica and Flamengo.
- Birth
Jennifer Lopez
EUA
Jennifer Lopez, American singer, actress and dancer, known for hit songs and films such as "Selena".
- Birth
Tiago Monteiro
Celebration of the birthday of Portuguese driver Tiago Monteiro, born on July 24, 1976, former Formula 1 driver and competitor in the World Touring Car Championship (WTCR).
- Birth
Anna Paquin
Canadá/Nova Zelândia
Anna Paquin, Canadian-New Zealand actress, winner of the Oscar for Best Supporting Actress for "The Piano".
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St. Olga's Day
Saint Olga of Kyiv (c. 890-969) was a regent and saint of the Orthodox Church, recognized as the first Russian ruler to convert to Christianity. Her memory celebrates the strength of female leadership and her pioneering role in the evangelization and structuring of the State in Eastern Europe.
- History
Occupation of Gibraltar
Gibraltar
During the War of the Spanish Succession, forces of English Admiral George Rooke occupied Gibraltar, which became an important strategic base for England.
- History
Discovery of Machu Picchu
Peru
American anthropologist Hiram Bingham discovered and introduced the Inca city of Machu Picchu, in Peru, to the world.
- History
Anniversary of the first Bikini submarine atomic test
Atol de Bikini
Commemoration of the nuclear test carried out by the United States at Bikini Atoll.
- History
Anniversary of the landing on Mars of the Viking-1 Probe
Marte
Celebration of the first mission to successfully land on Mars and send data to Earth.
- History
Portugal signs cooperation agreement with the European Space Agency
Portugal
Portugal signed a cooperation agreement with the European Space Agency, marking an important step in scientific and technological collaboration.
- History
Birthday of the human Logo in Jamor
Portugal
Celebration of the human logo during the Euro 2004 football championship.
- History
Opening of the Jamor High Performance Center
Portugal
The Jamor High Performance Center was opened, a state-of-the-art sports facility to support elite athletes.
- History
Day of Blessed Louise of Savoy
Global
Religious celebration in honor of Blessed Louise of Savoy.
- History
International Self-Care Day
Global
Promoting health and well-being through self-care practices.