On this day fun facts

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 …
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 …
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.
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 …
National Video Game Day
8 Jul

On This Day – July 8th

The sun is out; what are you doing looking at a screen? You should be outside! Well, if you’re going to stay here, then you might as well learn more about what makes today such a special date! Here’s everything you need to know about July 8th!
interesting facts about usa independence day
7 Jul

On This Day – July 7th

July 7th is more than just another day in the middle of the upper hemisphere’s summer. It’s a day when we look back at battles, box office successes, and even celebrate a few tasty occasions in between. If you’re celebrating today, many happy returns – here’s what else you need to know about July 7th …
sushi hand rolls
6 Jul

On This Day – July 6th

July 6th is more than another summer’s day – it’s a notable occasion for Beatles fans and anyone keen to get their fingers on some fried chicken. Sounds bizarre? We have all the reasons you’ll want to remember July 6th for below – and without further ado…
Facts about Apollo 11
5 Jul

On This Day – July 5th

So, it’s the day after all of the big festivities in the US – but that doesn’t mean July 5th has to fade into the background. Far from it! July 5th has plenty of historical facts to shout about, and it’s actually host to a few big celebrations of its own. Let’s dive in and …
Colorful display of fireworks
4 Jul

On This Day – July 4th

July 4th may blend in with all the other summer days if you’re in the upper hemisphere, but the truth is that it is actually a very important date indeed! From one of the nation’s favourite national holidays to some important historical events, it’s time to break out the fireworks, the hotdogs, and the American …
National Eat Your Beans Day - July 3rd
3 Jul

On This Day – July 3rd

By July 3rd, is anyone really keeping track of the date anymore? Well, at a quick look back in history, we can see that today was indeed a very important date for many people. It may even be a special day for you – in which case, congratulations! However, let’s take a look at why …