July 9

    What happened on July 9 in history

    3 events fall on July 9, from 1357 to 1955. 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 9

    1. 1357

      Charles Bridge is begun

      The foundation stone is laid in Prague at an astrologically chosen hour.

      Play the Medieval & Renaissance round

    2. 1877

      The first Wimbledon

      Twenty-two men play for the All England Club's new lawn tennis title.

      Read about Edison's Light Bulb Demonstration, Menlo ParkPlay the 19th century round

    3. 1955

      The Russell–Einstein Manifesto

      Scientists call for nuclear disarmament days after Einstein's death.

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