July 10

    What happened on July 10 in history

    3 events fall on July 10, from 1553 to 1962. Read them below, then try to place a historical scene yourself — guess where in the world it happened and in what year.

    Events on July 10

    1. 1553

      Lady Jane Grey is proclaimed queen

      Her reign lasts nine days before Mary I takes the throne.

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    2. 1940

      The Battle of Britain begins

      The Luftwaffe opens its campaign against British airfields and shipping.

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    3. 1962

      Telstar relays television

      The satellite carries the first live transatlantic broadcast.

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