4 July What Happened On This Day In History

Today in History: July 4th is the 185th day of the year (186th in leap years) in the Gregorian calendar. There are days 180 remaining until the end of the year.

There are several notable events that happened on July 4 throughout history, and that's why it's an important day in Indian and world history.

What Happened this Day in India History Events

If you're wondering to know about what happened today in History? Then you're in the right place. On this day, there are several notable events that have occurred throughout Indian and world history.

In this article, we have compiled a list of the important things that happened all around the world on July 4. Take a look:

Today in History: What Happened This Day in India History Events

1986 ¨C Sunil Gavaskar Celebrates his 115th Test in Cricket at Edgbaston

On July 4th Sunil Gavaskar celebrated his 115th cricket test match at Edgbaston (England). Sunil Manohar Gavaskar was born in Mumbai on July 10th, 1949 and remains one of the greatest opening batsmen in Indian cricket history. He set a world record for the most runs and most centuries in test matches. He also held the world record for 34 test centuries for twenty years, until it was broken in December 2005 by Sachin Tendulkar. Gavaskar is also remembered as a great fast bowler and maintained an average of 65.45 against the mighty West Indies bowlers.

What Happened this Day in India History Events

What happened in World History on July 4

1776 - USA Independence Day

Independence Day, also known as the Fourth of July, is a significant national holiday in the United States. It commemorates the adoption of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776, which declared the United States' separation from British rule and established it as an independent nation.

1884 - France Presented The Statue of Liberty to the USA

On July 4, 1884, France presented the United States with an incredible birthday gift: the Statue of Liberty! Without its pedestal, it¡¯s as tall as a 15-story building. She represents the United States. But the world-famous Statue of Liberty standing in New York Harbor was built in France. The statue was presented to the U.S., taken apart, shipped across the Atlantic Ocean in crates, and rebuilt in the U.S. It was France¡¯s gift to the American people.

Today¡¯s Highlight in History:

- In 1802, the United States Military Academy officially opened at West Point, New York.

- In 1826, 50 years to the day after the Declaration of Independence was adopted, former presidents John Adams and Thomas Jefferson both died.

- In 1831, the fifth president of the United States, James Monroe, died in New York City at age 73.

- In 1863, the Civil War Siege of Vicksburg, Mississippi, ended as a Confederate garrison surrendered to Union forces.

- In 1910, in what was billed as ¡°The Fight of the Century,¡± Black world heavyweight boxing champion Jack Johnson defeated white former champ James J. Jeffries in Reno, Nevada.

- In 1912, the 48-star American flag, recognizing New Mexico statehood, was adopted. A train wreck near Corning, New York, claimed 39 lives.

- In 1939, Lou Gehrig of the New York Yankees delivered his famous farewell speech in which he called himself ¡°the luckiest man on the face of the earth.¡±

- In 1995, the space shuttle Atlantis and the Russian space station Mir parted after spending five days in orbit docked together.

- In 2009, Serena Williams beat her big sister, Venus, 7-6 (3), 6-2 for her third Wimbledon title and 11th Grand Slam championship.

What Happened On This Day In History

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In addition to these historical events on July 4 events, there is also the birthday and death of several notable individuals that you must know about.

Famous People's Birthday on July 4

1897 - Alluri Sitarama Raju's Birth Anniversary

Born in Mogallu village of Palakoderu Mandal in West Godavari district in Andhra Pradesh on July 4, 1897, Alluri Sitarama Raju launched the Rampa rebellion in 1922, which was also referred to as ¡°Manyam Veerudu¡±. His father, Venkata Rama Raju, was a photographer and his mother, Suryanarayanamma, a home-maker. His father died when he was eight years old. He completed his schooling at Bhimavaram, Narsapuram and Visakhapatnam.

1916 - Naseem Banu Birth Anniversary

Naseem Banu was an Indian actress. She was referred to as Naseem and known as "Beauty Queen" and the "first female superstar" of Indian Cinema.

1959 - Neena Gupta's Birthday

Neena Gupta is an acclaimed Indian actress and television personality. She was born on July 4, 1959, in New Delhi, India. Gupta has made significant contributions to the Indian film and television industry and is known for her versatile acting skills.

1968 - Cyrus Mistry Birth Anniversary

Cyrus Mistry is an Indian businessman and former chairman of the Tata Group, one of India's largest conglomerates. He was born on July 4, 1968, in Mumbai, India. Mistry comes from a prominent business family, with his father, Pallonji Mistry, being the largest individual shareholder of the Tata Group.

Famous People's Death Anniversary on July 4

1902 - Swami Vivekananda's Death Anniversary

Swami Vivekananda was a renowned Indian monk, philosopher, and social reformer. He was born on January 12, 1863, in Calcutta, India, and passed away on July 4, 1902. Vivekananda is considered one of the key figures who introduced Vedanta and Yoga to the Western world and played a significant role in revitalizing Hinduism in India.

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