Over the centuries, this date has been a witness events that have left an indelible mark on history. Take a look back at the major historical events on july 22.
Major Historical Events on July 22- Today in History
Hungarian Victory at Belgrade – 1456 AD
Hungarian forces led by János Hunyadi, with an untrained peasant army, achieved a legendary victory against Ottoman Sultan Mehmed II’s siege of Belgrade in 1456, marking a pivotal moment in the Turkish wars.
The Battle of Salamanca – 1812 AD
The Duke of Wellington triumphed over “40,000 Frenchmen in 40 minutes” at the Battle of Salamanca during the Peninsular War, securing a decisive and swift victory in Spain.
Bob Dole’s Birth – 1923 AD
Bob Dole, a prominent U.S. senator from 1968 to 1996, Republican leader, and 1996 presidential candidate, was born in Russell, Kansas, shaping his political legacy.
Walter Johnson’s Strikeout Record – 1923 AD
Walter Johnson, an American baseball legend, became the first MLB pitcher to strike out 3,000 batters, setting a record of 3,508 strikeouts that stood until 1983.
Wiley Post’s Solo Flight – 1933 AD
American aviator Wiley Post completed the first solo flight around the world, covering 15,596 miles in 7 days, 18 hours, and 49 minutes, pioneering long-distance aviation.
Patton’s Capture of Palermo – 1943 AD
U.S. General George S. Patton led Allied forces to capture Palermo in Sicily during World War II, gaining a crucial foothold for the invasion of mainland Italy.
King David Hotel Bombing – 1946 AD
The Irgun Zvai Leumi, a Jewish underground movement, bombed a wing of the King David Hotel in Jerusalem, resulting in 91 casualties and marking a violent chapter in Palestine’s history.
Plan 9 from Outer Space Release – 1959 AD
Released in American theatres, the sci-fi film “Plan 9 from Outer Space,” directed by Ed Wood Jr. and starring Bela Lugosi, is often hailed as the “worst movie ever made” and has become a cult classic.
Deng Xiaoping’s Return to Power – 1977 AD
Deng Xiaoping, after being purged during the Cultural Revolution, was reinstated to all his former high posts in 1977, including vice-premier, reshaping China’s political landscape.
Pablo Escobar’s Escape – 1992 AD
Colombian drug lord Pablo Escobar escaped police custody during his transfer from La Catedral to a more secure prison, remaining a fugitive until his death in a 1993 shootout.
Norway Terrorist Attacks – 2011 AD
Anders Behring Breivik confessed to terrorist attacks in Oslo and Utøya, Norway, that claimed 77 lives, marking one of the deadliest days in modern Norwegian history.
Birth of Prince George – 2013 AD
Prince George Alexander Louis of Cambridge, the first child of Prince William and Catherine, Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, was born in London, continuing the royal lineage.
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