History of July 16: List of Important events
Here is all you need to know about important national and international events
The discoveries and challenges that took place on 16 July are enlisted. Showcasing the important highlights of the day with the major contribution of the leaders and rulers.
What happened on 16 July? History and famous personalities
On this day, 1377, King Richard II crowned, England
History – International
Events
1377, King Richard II crowned in England
On July 16, 1377, Richard II, also referred as Richard of Bordeaux, was King of England from 1377-1399. Richard’s father, Edward, Prince of Wales, died in 1376 made Richard the next king.
1661, the first banknotes, Europe
On July 16, 1661, the first true banknotes from Europe were issued in Sweden in 1661. Officials believed that paper money will downgrade the economic conditions.
1940, Adolf Hilter started preparation for Invasion of Britain
On July 16, 1940, The Battle of Britain in World War II was between Britain’s Royal Air Force (RAF) and the Luftwaffe, Nazi Germany’s air force, and was the first battle in history fought in the air.
1990, Philippines President Marcos
On July 16, 1990, Ferdinand Marcos was a Filipino politician who was the tenth President of the Philippines from 1965 to 1986. Marcos reformed the laws and constitution system.
1979, Iraq Saddam Hussein
On July 16, 1979, Saddam Hussein took oath and charge of the President. Hussein was born in Iraq and during his incumbent role; he started changing the Baghdad terror.
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Births- International
Painter Joshua Reynolds
Born on July 16, 1723, Sir Joshua Reynolds was an English painter, specializing in portraits. Joshua was one of the biggest painters in the late 18th Century.
President Cyrus Griffin
Born on July 16, 1748, Cyrus Griffin was the last President of the Congress and a Judge in the District Court of Virginia.
Golfer John Maxwell
Born on July 16, 1871, John Maxwell was an American golfer from Illinois. Maxwell was a popular player and earned several awards.
Actor Percy Kilbride
Born on July 16, 1888, Percy William Kilbride was an American character actor. He made a career of playing country hicks; Percy did voice-overs for major series.
Actor Mary Philbin
Born on July 16, 1902, Mary Philbin was an American actress who had a huge fan following since her childhood. She gained popularity after a theatre show in Chicago.
History – Indian
Events
2001, India Pakistan Kashmir turmoil
On July 16, 2001, In India the leaders of India and Pakistan failed to reach on a decision of their 50-year dispute over Kashmir, ending a landmark three-day summit on a solemn note.
2002, Grenade wounded 13
On July 16, 2002, In Indian Controlled Kashmir, a grenade from the neighbouring border hit the Indian ground and causalities 0f more than 13 were reported.
2003, Himachal Pradesh Floods
On July 16, 2003, a number of more than 100 people died due to the flash floods caused by heavy rains in the states of Himachal Pradesh.
2008, Land mines in Orissa
On July 16, 2008, the rebels in Orissa state planted land mines where the vehicle of 20 special commando officers came in contact and got exploded.
2012, Sex Determination in India
On July 16, 2012, Indian officials suspended 12 doctors for allegedly conducting prenatal sex tests, a practice banned to stop the abortion of female fetuses that has widened India’s gender gap.
Births – Indian
Actor Shringar Nagaraj
Born on July 16, 1939, Shringar Nagaraj was a multi-talented Kannada Actor, cameraman, and a producer of silent movies.
Cricketer Venkatraman Subramanya
Born on July 16, 1936, Venkatraman Subramanya is a former Indian cricketer. Subramanya was born in Mysore, he is a middle-order batsman and a leg spinner.
Hockey Player Dhanraj Pillay
Born on July 16, 1968, Dhanraj Pillay is a retired Indian Hockey player and was a captain of India Hockey team.
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