July 20
What happened on this day:
1810 Colombia declare independence from Spain.
1918 German troops cross the Marne in WWI.
1940 Billboard magazine first publishes it’s list of most popular songs.
1969 Apollo II is the first manned mission to land on the Moon.
2003 Rookie Ben Curtis, ranked 396th in the world, wins the British Open on his first try.
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Famous Birthdays:
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356 BC Alexander the Great : Greek conqueror
1822 Gregor Mendel : Scientist
1919 Sir Edmund Hillary : Explored the top of Mt. Everest
1938 Natalie Wood : Movie Actress
1947 Carlos Santana : Guitarist
1975 Ray Allen : NBA Pro Basketball Player
1978 Elliot Yamin : American Idol Contestant
1980 Gisele Bundchen : Pro Model
