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July 24: Facts & Historical Events On This Day

Facts & Historic Events That Happened on July 24

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July 24th is known as Drive-Thru Day & Tell An Old Joke Day.

Welcome to day 206 of the year folks, there are 160 days remaining in 2024.

Here you’re going to discover some incredibly important events that all happened on this day in history, including space events, sports and fashion.

Did you know that on this day in 1567, James VI became the King of England and Ireland? He was only thirteen months old but was given the throne when his mother abdicated.

Keep reading for more fun & interesting facts about July 24th in history!

Events

What memorable events happened on July 24 in history? Keep reading to find out!

2024

“Inside Out 2” became the highest-grossing animated film ever, earning $1.462 billion worldwide and surpassing “Frozen II,” which previously held the record with $1.453 billion.

2020

Taylor Swift released her eighth studio album, “Folklore.”

The album, released as a surprise with little-to-no promotion, was conceived during the early 2020 COVID-19 pandemic lockdowns.

2018

After introducing a preservation project, three bison calves were born in Banff National Park in Alberta, Canada.

OTD in 2018: After introducing a preservation project

It had been 140 years since bison had been birthed in the wild.

1998

The epic war film directed by Steven Spielberg, “Saving Private Ryan,” was released in theaters.

1984

George Michael released his “Careless Whisper” single.

It became a huge success, selling around 6 million copies worldwide, with one-third of them being in the United States.

1982

“Eye Of The Tiger” by Survivor reached number one on the Billboard Hot 100 and stayed there for eight weeks.

OTD in 1982: "Eye Of The Tiger" by Survivor reached number one on the Billboard Hot 100 and stayed there for eight weeks.

1975

Luxury fashion brand Giorgio Armani was founded in Milan, Italy.

1969

NASA’s Apollo 11 safely returned to Earth after being the first manned mission to the moon.

Neil Armstrong, Buzz Aldrin, and Michael Collins landed on the Pacific Ocean and were brought to land by a rescue boat.

1958

Boston Red Sox player Ted Williams was fined $250 for spitting on fans.

1917

Dutch exotic dancer Mata Hari was put on trial in Paris after being accused of being a spy.

It was rumored she was responsible for the death of around 50,000 people.

1911

American archeologist Hiram Bingham III rediscovered Machu Picchu, Peru.

OTD in 1911: American archeologist Hiram Bingham III rediscovered Machu Picchu

1866

Tennessee became the first Confederate state to be readmitted into the United States.

Tennessee was the last state to join the Confederate states, and even then, much of its population was against the decision, with East Tennesseans waging guerrilla warfare against Confederate forces.

1847

Brigham Young and 148 Mormon pioneers entered Salt Lake Valley and founded Salt Lake City.

1567

James VI became the King of England and Ireland at just one year old.

1534

French-Breton explorer Jacques Cartier arrived in Canada and planted a cross into the ground to claim the land for France.

OTD in 1534: French-Breton explorer Jacques Cartier arrived in Canada and planted a cross into the ground to claim the land for France.

1148

The armies of Louis VII of France and Conrad III of Germany laid siege to Damascus.

Famous Births

Are you celebrating your birthday today? If so, did you know that you share the same birthday as Anna Paquin? See what other famous people were born on this day.

1969

Jennifer Lopez

American

Singer

Jennifer Lopez

Age:

55 years old

Born In:

New York, USA

1982

Anna Paquin

Canadian-New Zealand

Actress

Anna Paquin

Age:

42 years old

Born In:

Manitoba, Canada

1982

Elisabeth Moss

American

Actress

Elisabeth Moss

Age:

42 years old

Born In:

California, USA

1990

Jay McGuiness

British

Singer

Jay McGuiness

Age:

34 years old

Born In:

England, UK

Special Holidays

Are you looking for something to do today? Then why not find time today to celebrate the following special holidays.

July 24: National Tell An Old Joke Day
United States

National Tell An Old Joke Day

Coming up with new jokes all the time can be such a bore that it’s always good to keep a few old jokes in your back pocket. Sure, old jokes may be stale, but that doesn’t matter today! Try to tell as many old jokes as possible; the more people who groan at them, the better!

July 24: National Drive-Thru Day
United States

National Drive-Thru Day

Who has time these days to go into restaurants, sit, wait for service, wait for food, eat, wait to pay, and leave? Make the most of your time today by taking part in Drive-Thru Day. We’ll take a double cheeseburger meal, fries, and a soda, please.

THe Fact Site’s

Fun Fact Of The Day

There are computers designed for Amish people, with selling points like “No internet, no video, no music.”

Birthday & Zodiac

Everyone who was born on July 24th shares the zodiac sign of Leo.

Leo is the fifth sign in the zodiac and is represented by the lion. Did you know that “Leo” is the Latin word for “lion”?

If you were born in July, Ruby is your assigned birthstone. Ruby was regarded as the “king of gems” by the ancient Hindus and is traditionally a favored gem by royal families worldwide.

People born on this day were likely conceived on Halloween of the previous year.

A baby that is conceived on July 24th, 2024, will likely be due next year around April 16th.

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