Historical Events
1341
Petrarch is crowned poet laureate on Capitoline Hill in Rome.
1730
The first synagogue in the US is dedicated in New York City.
1913
The 17th Amendment, establishing direct election of US senators, is ratified.
1974
Hank Aaron hits his 715th home run, breaking Babe Ruth's record.
2013
Former UK Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher dies at age 87.
Famous Birthdays
1698
Pietro Locatelli
Italian Baroque composer and virtuoso violinist.
1869
Harvey Cushing
American neurosurgeon considered the father of modern brain surgery.
1963
Julian Lennon
English musician and son of Beatles member John Lennon.
1968
Patricia Arquette
Academy Award-winning American actress known for Boyhood.
1986
Kofi Siriboe
American actor known for Queen Sugar.
