The German Volkswagen Act comes into force. The Volkswagen Act (“Volkswagengesetz”) is a German federal law originally enacted in 1960 to regulate the privatization of…
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28 July 1996
The remains of a prehistoric man are discovered near Kennewick, Washington. Such remains will be known as the Kennewick Man. Kennewick Man, also known as…
28 July 1635
In the Eighty Years’ War, the Spanish capture the strategic Dutch fortress of Schenkenschans. The Eighty Years’ War, also known as the Dutch War of…
28 July 1868
The 14th Amendment to the United States Constitution is certified, establishing African American citizenship and guaranteeing due process of law.
28 July 1917
The Silent Parade took place in New York City, in protest to murders, lynchings, and other violence directed towards African Americans.
28 July 1984
The 1984 Summer Olympics officially known as the games of the XXIII were opened in Los Angeles. The 1984 Summer Olympics, officially known as the…
28 July 2001
The Australian, Ian Thorpe becomes the first swimmer to win six gold medals at a single World Swimming Championship. With the 2001 Australian Championships held…
28 July 1896
The city of Miami, Florida, USA is incorporated. In 1894, Henry Flagler had no immediate plans to extend his Florida East Coast Railway from West…