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We share “This Day in History” every day to help make our readers well-rounded and informed. It offers a chance to learn, appreciate our culture, make better decisions, and see the world from a wider perspective. Through understanding past events, we aim to help readers engage more with the present and future.

  • 17th June 1885
    The Statue of Liberty arrives in New York Harbor, a gift from France to the United States symbolizing freedom and democracy.

  • 17th June 1928
    Amelia Earhart becomes the first woman to fly across the Atlantic Ocean, marking a significant achievement in aviation history.

  • 17th June 1939
    Last public guillotining in France, marking an end to a historical method of execution and symbolizing progress in human rights.

  • 17th June 1944
    Iceland declares independence from Denmark, establishing itself as a sovereign nation.

  • 17th June 1947
    Pan American World Airways becomes the first commercial airline to offer a round-the-world ticket.

  • 17th June 1950
    Organized crime syndicate, including notable mobsters, is arrested in New York City in what became known as the "Mafia Apalachin Meeting."

  • 17th June 1963
    The U.S. Supreme Court rules in Abington School District v. Schempp that Bible reading in public schools is unconstitutional, reinforcing the separation of church and state.

  • 17th June 1972
    Watergate scandal begins with the arrest of five burglars at the Democratic National Committee headquarters, leading to significant political reforms.

  • 17th June 1980
    The musical "Grease" opens on Broadway, becoming a cultural phenomenon and leading to a successful film adaptation.

  • 17th June 1991
    South Africa repeals the Population Registration Act, a significant step towards ending apartheid and promoting racial equality.

  • 17th June 1994
    O.J. Simpson leads police on a televised car chase in a white Ford Bronco, captivating the nation and becoming a landmark moment in American pop culture.

  • 17th June 2000
    The film "The Patriot" starring Mel Gibson premieres, becoming a popular historical epic about the American Revolutionary War.

  • 17th June 2008
    Alaska celebrates its 50th anniversary of statehood, commemorating its admission to the United States in 1959.

  • 17th June 2010
    The musical "Million Dollar Quartet," inspired by the famous recording session with Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, and Carl Perkins, opens on Broadway.

  • 17th June 2012
    Rodney King marries Cynthia Kelley, bringing a personal milestone in the life of a figure known for his role in sparking the 1992 Los Angeles riots.

  • 17th June 2014
    England celebrates Queen Elizabeth II becoming the longest-reigning British monarch, surpassing Queen Victoria's record.

  • 17th June 2016
    The Disney film "Finding Dory," a sequel to "Finding Nemo," is released, becoming a box office hit and beloved family movie.

  • 17th June 2018
    Brooks Koepka wins the U.S. Open, making history by becoming the first golfer to win consecutive U.S. Opens since 1989.

  • 17th June 2019
    Arkansas celebrates its bicentennial anniversary, marking 200 years since it became a U.S. territory.

  • 17th June 2021
    J. William Fulbright College of Arts and Sciences at the University of Arkansas receives a major donation, enhancing educational opportunities and research initiatives.

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