The rules: You go to Wikipedia and type in your birthday (day and month only). Then post three events, two births and one holiday that occurred on your birthday. Thanks Itgirl for the idea!
July 24th
Three Events
- 1567 – Mary Queen of Scots is deposed and replaced by her 1 year old son, James VI.
- 1847 – After 17 months of travel, Brigham Young leads 148 Mormon pioneers into Salt Lake Valley, resulting in the establishment of Salt Lake City.
- 1969 – Apollo program: Apollo 11 splashes down safely in Pacific Ocean.
Two Births
- 1897 – Amelia Earhart, American aviator (disappeared in 1937)
- 1969 - Jennifer Lopez, American actress and singer
One Holiday
- Pioneer Day (1847) Utah
