Discover the expert in you.
Discover the expert in you.
On May 4, 1964, the representatives of 66 nations gathered in Geneva to begin the sixth session of General Agreement on Tariffs and Trade. Meanwhile, historian Richard Hofstadter was being awarded a Pulitzer Prize for his book, "Anti-intellectualism in American Life" while soap opera, "Another World" was starting a 35-year run on NBC. May 4, 1964 also marked the birth of several celebrities.
Ever since history has been recorded, people have had a fascination with remembering which events occurred on a certain date throughout the year. People then commemorate or celebrate those events on or around that date. While certain events, such as the birth of America on July 4, 1776, are well documented, others are not as common. With a few cursory Internet searches, you can determine what famous events occurred throughout the world on the very day you were born. And, if you become famous enough or participate in a significant event, your name might just be mentioned on those very…
Usually the 173rd day of the year, June 22 holds many historical anniversaries. President Franklin D. Roosevelt signed the G.I. Bill into law on June 22, 1944, and in 1945, World War II's Battle of Okinawa ended on June 22. Capital punishment was abolished in Canada in 1976. The largest hailstone ever recorded fell on June 22, 2003, in Aurora, Nebraska. Many people famous for their creativity were born on June 22.
December 11 has a number of historically significant connections. Indiana became a state, Lithuania became independent of Russia and the last Apollo mission landed on the moon. But for a few famous people it is also a day to celebrate a birthday. Famous people born on December 11 are certainly names you'll recognize, and they are as diverse as the holidays that are sprinkled throughout this winter month.
Throughout history, many famous people have made memorable statements about birthdays. These quotations are often humorous, but sometimes more serious. Regardless, they're filled with wisdom about aging from the perspectives of many people who have lived and learned for many years. Giving someone a special birthday message with one of these quotes, or personal words of wisdom, can help him to focus on living instead of getting older on his special day.
Many people harbor hope that they share qualities with celebrities who were born on their birthday. Others feel connected to rich and famous individuals who share their birthday. Many websites specialize in recording famous birthdays. To find such a website, enter "famous birthdays" into Google.
