Historical Events
1777
The Battle of Saratoga begins, marking the turning point of the American Revolution.
1881
President James Garfield dies of his gunshot wounds after 79 days.
1928
Mickey Mouse makes his debut in the animated short Steamboat Willie.
1955
Juan Perón is overthrown in a coup in Argentina.
1985
An earthquake measuring 8.1 strikes Mexico City, killing over 9,000.
Famous Birthdays
1551
Henry III of France
King of France known for his role in the Wars of Religion.
1867
Arthur Rackham
British illustrator known for his watercolors in fairy tale books.
1948
Jeremy Irons
British actor who won the Academy Award for Reversal of Fortune.
1965
Trisha Yearwood
American country singer known for She's in Love with the Boy.
1975
Jimmy Fallon
American comedian and host of The Tonight Show.
