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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.

  • 19th June 1846
    The first officially recorded, organized baseball game is played under Alexander Cartwright's rules.
  • 19th June 1865
    Juneteenth: Union General Gordon Granger announces the enforcement of the Emancipation Proclamation in Texas, marking the end of slavery in the state.
  • 19th June 1910
    The first Father’s Day is celebrated in Spokane, Washington.
  • 19th June 1934
    The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is created in the United States.
  • 19th June 1949
    The first ever NASCAR race is held at Charlotte Motor Speedway.
  • 19th June 1961
    Kuwait declares independence from the United Kingdom.
  • 19th June 1978
    Garfield, the famous comic strip created by Jim Davis, makes its debut.
  • 19th June 1981
    Superman II, starring Christopher Reeve and Margot Kidder, is released in the United States.
  • 19th June 1983
    Sally Ride becomes the first American woman in space aboard Space Shuttle Challenger.
  • 19th June 1986
    Len Bias is selected by the Boston Celtics in the NBA Draft.
  • 19th June 1991
    The Minnesota Twins turn two triple plays in a single game against the Boston Red Sox.
  • 19th June 1999
    The American animated film "Tarzan" by Walt Disney Pictures is released.
  • 19th June 2000
    Tiger Woods wins the 100th U.S. Open in golf by a record 15 strokes, establishing himself as one of the greatest golfers in history.
  • 19th June 2002
    Tim Howard, American soccer goalkeeper, is signed by Manchester United.
  • 19th June 2006
    Carolina Hurricanes win their first Stanley Cup in franchise history.
  • 19th June 2013
    Arkansas singer Kris Allen releases his third studio album, "Thank You Camellia".
  • 19th June 2014
    The American soap opera "General Hospital" wins a Daytime Emmy Award for Outstanding Drama Series.
  • 19th June 2015
    "Inside Out," a Pixar animated film, is released, receiving critical acclaim for its innovative storytelling and emotional depth.
  • 19th June 2019
    Broadway musical "Hadestown" wins 8 Tony Awards, including Best Musical.
  • 19th June 2020
    Juneteenth is officially recognized as a state holiday in Virginia, New York, and Pennsylvania, reflecting growing recognition of the importance of this day in American history.

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