Historical events for
Friday, 24 July 2026

Simão Bolívar, Venezuelan politician and soldier, central figure in the independence of several South American countries.

Alexandre Dumas, French writer known for classics such as "The Three Musketeers" and "The Count of Monte Cristo".

Danish writer, winner of the Nobel Prize for Literature in 1917

Amelia Earhart, American aviator, pioneer in female aviation and first woman to fly alone over the Atlantic Ocean.

Oriana Fallaci, Italian journalist and writer, known for her incisive interviews and works on politics and war.

Jorge Jesus, Portuguese football coach, known for his work at clubs such as Benfica and Flamengo.

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.

French writer, winner of the Nobel Prize for Literature in 2022

Jennifer Lopez, American singer, actress and dancer, known for hit songs and films such as "Selena".

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).

Anna Paquin, Canadian-New Zealand actress, winner of the Oscar for Best Supporting Actress for "The Piano".

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.

During the War of the Spanish Succession, forces of English Admiral George Rooke occupied Gibraltar, which became an important strategic base for England.

American anthropologist Hiram Bingham discovered and introduced the Inca city of Machu Picchu, in Peru, to the world.

Commemoration of the nuclear test carried out by the United States at Bikini Atoll.

Celebration of the first mission to successfully land on Mars and send data to Earth.

Portugal signed a cooperation agreement with the European Space Agency, marking an important step in scientific and technological collaboration.

Celebration of the human logo during the Euro 2004 football championship.

The Jamor High Performance Center was opened, a state-of-the-art sports facility to support elite athletes.

Celebration of family relationships between cousins.

Promoting health and well-being through self-care practices.

Religious celebration in honor of Blessed Louise of Savoy.