Historical Events on July 2

11 notable historical events happened on July 2 throughout history.

15 famous birthdays on July 2 — including Hermann Hesse, Olav V of Norway, Wisława Szymborska

19th Century1 event

1881

politics

assassination of James A. Garfield — 1881 murder of the 20th President of the United States

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20th Century9 events

1950

general

1950 French Grand Prix — Formula One motor race held in 1950

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1961

general

1961 French Grand Prix — Formula One motor race held in 1961

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1964

politics

Civil Rights Act of 1964 — landmark U.S. civil rights and labor law

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1967

general

1967 French Grand Prix — Formula One motor race held in 1967

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1972

general

Simla Agreement — Diplomatic Agreement between India and Pakistan recognizing creation of Bangladesh

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1972

general

1972 French Grand Prix — Formula One motor race held in 1972

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1993

general

Sivas massacre — massacre in Turkey

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2000

sports

UEFA Euro 2000 Final — final game of the UEFA Euro 2000

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2000

general

2000 French Grand Prix — Formula One motor race held in 2000

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21st Century1 event

2005

general

Live 8 — benefit concerts held in 2005

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