July 13

    What happened on July 13 in history

    3 events fall on July 13, from 1793 to 1985. 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 13

    1. 1793

      Marat is stabbed in his bath

      Charlotte Corday kills the revolutionary journalist in Paris.

      Play the Exploration & revolution round

    2. 1930

      The first World Cup match

      France beats Mexico in the opening game in Uruguay.

      Read about Christ the Redeemer Under Construction, Rio de JaneiroPlay the 20th century round

    3. 1985

      Live Aid

      Concerts in London and Philadelphia raise money for Ethiopian famine relief.

      Read about Los Angeles Summer OlympicsPlay the 20th century round

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