26 June 1906 Posted on June 25, 2016 by Staff The first French Grand Prix motor racing event is held. Famous Words of Inspiration..."One must be a wise reader to quote wisely and well." Amos Bronson Alcott — Click here for more from Amos Bronson Alcott Related posts: 6 June 808 15 July 1815 19 October 1813 19 May 1802 10 January 1810 19 May 1802 26 May 1805 19 October 1813 22 May 1906 22 April 1906