Historical Events
1859
Big Ben's bell begins to ring in London.
1889
The Johnstown Flood kills over 2,200 people in Pennsylvania.
1910
The Union of South Africa is established.
1927
The Ford Model T production ends after 15 million vehicles made.
1961
South Africa becomes an independent republic.
Famous Birthdays
1819
Walt Whitman
American poet known for Leaves of Grass and "Song of Myself."
1860
Walter Sickert
German-British painter associated with the Camden Town Group.
1923
Prince Rainier III of Monaco
Ruler of Monaco who married actress Grace Kelly.
1930
Clint Eastwood
American actor and director known for Dirty Harry and Unforgiven.
1964
Tom Berenger
American actor known for Platoon.
