Historical Events
1694
The Bank of England is established.
1866
The first transatlantic telegraph cable is completed.
1953
The Korean War ends with the signing of the Korean Armistice Agreement.
1974
The House Judiciary Committee votes to impeach President Nixon.
2012
The Summer Olympics Opening Ceremony in London is held.
Famous Birthdays
1824
Alexandre Dumas fils
French author who wrote La Dame aux Camélias, the basis for the opera La Traviata.
1867
Enrique Granados
Spanish pianist and composer.
1931
Jerry Van Dyke
American comedian and actor, brother of Dick Van Dyke.
1942
Bobby Gentry
American singer known for Ode to Billie Joe.
1948
Peggy Fleming
American figure skater who won the gold medal at the 1968 Winter Olympics.
