History

facts abut tour de france
19 Jul

On This Day – July 19th

You didn’t just think July 19th was another summer day, did you? If history has shown us anything, it’s that anything can happen on July 19th! Here’s everything you need to prove it – along with a few interesting facts and celebrity birthdays thrown in along the way.
Jim Crow
18 Jul

10 Important Facts About The Jim Crow Laws

For all that there are still societal struggles, we can still safely say we’ve all come a long way in a relatively short space of time. The Jim Crow laws were, regrettably, in place during a time of intense racial insensitivity – yet, regrettably, racial insensitivity and discrimination continues to ravage society to this day. …
facts about Nelson Mandela
18 Jul

On This Day – July 18th

July 18th carries a lot of history, celebrations, and important birthdays! And, we have all of the details right here. Did you know July 18th is a day we look back on technological history, and enjoy the odd piece of sour candy? Here is everything you need to know about July 18th…
A lifeboat from the Titanic
17 Jul

On This Day – July 17th

July 17th is an important date to remember for the people we lost and the things we gained. It also has some pretty great national holidays and celebrity birthdays! Here’s everything you should know about July 17th, whether or not you’re celebrating on your own terms!
World Snake Day
16 Jul

On This Day – July 16th

July 16th has proven to be an incredible date throughout history! It’s a day on which we remember international freedoms, spiritual firsts, and operatic debuts. Let’s take a closer look at some of the most important and memorable moments unfolding on July 16th.
Persian Cat
15 Jul

On This Day – July 15th

July 15th has proven to be a very important date throughout history! From space engineering to incredible discoveries, there is maybe more to learn about this date in time than you imagine – and don’t worry, we’re here to take you through the most important titbits on the table. Keep reading for the full lowdown …
bastille day
14 Jul

On This Day – July 14th

July 14th is one of the most important dates of the year – just ask someone French, as it’s Bastille Day. But, don’t worry if you can’t make it to France for the festivities! There’s plenty to honour here and lots of history from all over the world to look into! Here are some of …
Molina
13 Jul

10 Marvellous Facts about Mario Molina

Ever heard of Mario Molina? If you’re deep into your chemistry and the people who make leaps and bounds in science and mathematics, it’s likely the name rings a bell. If not, here are some fun facts about Mario Molina to help introduce Mexico’s premier scientist to you. Who knows, you might even learn a …
The world cup and a football
13 Jul

On This Day – July 13th

July 13th takes us almost into the middle of July, and we’re getting deeper and deeper into the summer! While it might just feel like an average day otherwise, it’s a big day for fans of the World Cup, Delaware state, and all things geology. Let’s dive in and take a closer look at July …
Facts about Dwight D. Eisenhower
12 Jul

10 Determined Facts about Dwight D. Eisenhower

Whether you know a lot about the history of the United States of America or not, the chances are that you have at least the name Eisenhower. But who exactly was Dwight D. Eisenhower, and what marks did he leave as a legacy? Here are ten dynamic facts about Dwight D. Eisenhower. 1. He’s a …
National Simplicity Day
12 Jul

On This Day – July 12th

If you’re celebrating your birthday or an anniversary on July 12th, congratulations! If not, there are plenty of other reasons why today’s worth marking in the calendar. Below, we’ve gone to the effort of rounding up the most interesting historical facts and special occasions falling on July 12th.
mosaic Medusa in Italy
11 Jul

10 Mesmerizing Facts about Medusa

Medusa is one of the most famous characters from any mythology. Known for her intriguing snake-like hair and incredible power to turn people to stone, she has often been depicted as a monster. But, how much do you actually know about Medusa? You may just find that she was a woman who was done wrong! …
dog nose
11 Jul

On This Day – July 11th

July 11th is actually a pretty special day, thank you very much! It’s a day for enjoying sweet treats and looking back at some pretty pivotal historical events. July 11th may well be a special day for you, too! But let’s also take a look at why others might be marking the occasion elsewhere…
National Kitten Day
10 Jul

On This Day – July 10th

July 10th may seem like just another day, but really it is a very important date that we should honour every year! Whether or not it’s a special day for you and your loved ones, we’ve lined up some historical titbits and occasions for you to pore through at your leisure. Keep reading to find …
Collector Car Appreciation Day
9 Jul

On This Day – July 9th

It’s hard to believe, but we’re already at July 9th – where is this year going, honestly? July 9th is an important date for millions of people – it’s a birthday, an anniversary, you name it – but what about historical events and special national holidays? As it happens, there’s tons to July 9th you …