June 2

What happened on June 2 in history

3 events fall on June 2, from 1896 to 1953. Read them below, then try to place a historical scene yourself — guess where in the world it happened and in what year.

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Events on June 2

  1. 1896

    Marconi patents the radio

    A provisional patent is filed in London for wireless telegraphy.

    Play the 19th century round

  2. 1946

    Italy votes to become a republic

    A referendum ends the monarchy and the king goes into exile.

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  3. 1953

    Elizabeth II is crowned

    The coronation at Westminster Abbey is the first to be televised.

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