Historical Events on July 4th

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.

On this day, several significant events took place in both Indian and world history. Here are some notable occurrences:

What Happened this Day in India History Events:

1986 – Sunil Gavaskar Celebrates his 115th Test in Cricket at Edgbaston.

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 gift: the Statue of Liberty! The statue, without its pedestal, stands as tall as a 15-story building. It represents the United States and is an iconic symbol of freedom and democracy. The statue was built in France, taken apart, shipped across the Atlantic Ocean, and then 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, on the 50th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, former presidents John Adams and Thomas Jefferson both passed away.

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

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

• In 1910, in what was called "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, declaring himself "the luckiest man on the face of the earth."

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

• In 2009, Serena Williams won her third Wimbledon title and 11th Grand Slam championship by defeating her sister Venus 7-6 (3), 6-2.

Famous People's Birthday on July 4:

• 1897 - Alluri Sitarama Raju's Birth Anniversary: Alluri Sitarama Raju, born on July 4, 1897, was a notable figure in Indian history. He led the Rampa rebellion in 1922, also known as "Manyam Veerudu." Raju played a significant role in fighting against British colonial rule.

• 1916 - Naseem Banu Birth Anniversary: Naseem Banu, referred to as Naseem, was an Indian actress and is known as the "Beauty Queen" and the "first female superstar" of Indian Cinema.

• 1959 - Neena Gupta's Birthday: Neena Gupta, born on July 4, 1959, is a highly acclaimed Indian actress and television personality. She has made significant contributions to the Indian film and television industry and is recognized for her versatile acting skills.

• 1968 - Cyrus Mistry Birth Anniversary: Cyrus Mistry