July 31

    What happened on July 31 in history

    3 events fall on July 31, from 1498 to 1971. 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 31

    1. 1498

      Columbus sights Trinidad

      The third voyage makes its first landfall in the southern Caribbean.

      Play the Medieval & Renaissance round

    2. 1790

      The first US patent is granted

      Samuel Hopkins is awarded a patent for making potash.

      Play the Exploration & revolution round

    3. 1971

      Apollo 15 drives on the Moon

      Astronauts use the lunar roving vehicle for the first time.

      Read about Sydney Opera House Under ConstructionPlay the 20th century round

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