35 fun facts for July, 5

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July 5th is an incredible day filled with rich history and notable events, from the publication of Isaac Newton's groundbreaking work to the birth of the first cloned mammal, Dolly the Sheep. Celebrations held on this day include Poutine Day in Canada and National Kissing Day in the UK, bringing people together for joy and festivities.
35 Fun facts
  1. In 1687, Isaac Newton published his groundbreaking work in theoretical and applied mathematics, "Philosophiae Naturalis Principia Mathematica." This book introduced the three laws of motion and the law of universal gravitation.
  2. Independence Day was observed for the first time in the Philippines on July 5, 1946, marking the day that the country became free from the United States. However, the date was later changed to June 12 to commemorate the earlier declaration of independence from Spain in 1898.
  3. On July 5, 1937, the Hormel Foods Corporation introduced the world's first canned ham, known as SPAM. This canned pre-cooked meat product became popular during World War II as a staple for U.S. soldiers.
  4. The U.S. Women's World Cup soccer team won their fourth title on July 5, 2021, defeating the Netherlands in a match held in France. The victory brought attention to issues of gender equality and equal pay for female athletes.
  5. In 1865, the first-ever edition of Alice's Adventures in Wonderland, a novel by English author Lewis Carroll, was published. It tells the story of a young girl named Alice who falls through a rabbit hole into a surreal and magical world.
  6. On July 5, 1996, the first cloned mammal, Dolly the Sheep, was born. Dolly's creation was a major milestone in the field of genetics and raised ethical concerns about the possibilities of human cloning.
  7. Bikini Atoll, part of the Marshall Islands, is well-known for its nuclear testing conducted by the United States in the 1940s and 50s. On July 5th, 1954, the US test-fired a hydrogen bomb as part of Operation Castle, causing significant environmental damage and displacing local populations.
  8. The U.S. postage stamp was first issued on July 5, 1847. The 5-cent stamp featured an image of Benjamin Franklin, one of the founding fathers of the United States and a revered polymath.
  9. In Canada, July 5th is known as Poutine Day, a day that celebrates a popular Canadian dish made of french fries, cheese curds, and gravy.
  10. July 5, 1975, was the date of legendary American musician Arthur Ashe's Wimbledon victory, as he became the first black tennis player to win the men's singles championship in the prestigious tournament.
  11. On July 5, 2019, the United Nations declared Venezuela to be suffering from a complex humanitarian emergency due to its socio-political and economic crises.
  12. In 1945, the UK general election was held on July 5th, leading to the Labour Party winning a landslide victory and Clement Atlee replacing Winston Churchill as Prime Minister.
  13. The construction of the Hoover Dam, located on the Colorado River between Arizona and Nevada, was completed on July 5, 1935. The dam is a marvel of modern engineering and provides hydroelectric power to millions of Americans.
  14. National apple turnover day is celebrated in the United States on July 5th. Apple turnovers are a pastry dessert made with a sweet apple filling, often served with whipped cream or ice cream.
  15. In 1930, the National Basketball Association was founded on July 5th to grow the game of basketball in the United States. The NBA has since become one of the most successful and popular sports leagues across the globe.
  16. The Zip Code was introduced by the United States Postal Service on July 5, 1963. This innovation made mail delivery more efficient by streamlining the sorting and delivery process.
  17. The X Prize Foundation, an organization that aims to spur innovation through public competitions, was founded by Peter Diamandis on July 5, 1995.
  18. On July 5, 2012, the discovery of the Higgs Boson particle was announced, helping to validate the Standard Model of particle physics and deepen our understanding of the universe.
  19. In 2019, Japanese scientists announced on July 5th the successful landing of their Hayabusa2 spacecraft on the asteroid Ryugu, as part of a mission to learn more about the origins of our solar system.
  20. In 1954, Elvis Presley made his first-ever recording on July 5th, marking the beginning of his meteoric rise to fame as a legendary rock and roll artist.
  21. On July 5, 2011, NASA's space shuttle program came to an end with the final mission launch of the Atlantis. This marked a new era in space exploration, as private companies began to take center stage in the quest for the stars.
  22. July 5, 1934, marked the start of the "Bloody Thursday" Longshoreman's strike in San Francisco, which would ultimately lead to major reforms in worker's rights and labor conditions in the United States.
  23. On July 5, 1989, the popular television sitcom "Seinfeld" aired its first episode, which would go on to enjoy a lengthy nine-season run and become a cultural institution in the United States.
  24. The U.S. women's national softball team won their fourth world championship on July 5, 1998, defeating Australia in a thrilling final game.
  25. On July 5, 1922, the first edition of Reader's Digest was published in the United States, providing readers with a condensed and accessible format for news, articles, and stories.
  26. In 2018, Therese Patricia Okoumou climbed the base of the Statue of Liberty on July 5th as an act of protest against the Trump Administration's immigration policies.
  27. On July 5, 1948, Britain's National Health Service (NHS) was founded, with the goal of providing free healthcare to all citizens, regardless of their ability to pay.
  28. July 5, 2007 marked the official release of the Apple iPhone in the United States, revolutionizing the mobile phone industry and kickstarting the smartphone craze around the world.
  29. Isle of Man, a small nation located in the Irish Sea, celebrates its national day called Tynwald Day on July 5th. The day includes to a ceremony in which the island's laws are proclaimed.
  30. July 5, 1801 marked the first use of the term "United States of America" in a letter written by Thomas Jefferson, which then went on to become the official name for the nation.
  31. In 1910, Leo Baekeland announced the invention of Bakelite on July 5th. Bakelite is a type of plastic widely regarded as the world's first synthetic plastic.
  32. The famous United States Air Force Test Pilot School was officially activated on July 5, 1951, with the goal of producing skilled and knowledgeable test pilots for the nation's military.
  33. British people celebrate July 5th as National Kissing Day, where the act of kissing is celebrated and encouraged amongst friends, family, and partners.
  34. In 1984, the Statue of Liberty was reopened to the public on July 5th after extensive refurbishments and restoration work was completed.
  35. July 5th marks the birthday of various famous personalities, including actress Eva Green, former U.S. President George W. Bush, and Nicaraguan poet Rubén Darío.

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