Godfrey of Bouillon is elected the first Defender of the Holy Sepulchre of the Kingdom of Jerusalem during the First Cru
Godfrey of Bouillon is elected the first Defender of the Holy Sepulchre of the Kingdom of Jerusalem during the First Crusade
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Historical Events on July 22
Hungarian army under John Hunyadi defeats the forces of Ottoman Sultan Mehmed II and ends the Siege of Belgrade (Nándorf
Hungarian army under John Hunyadi defeats the forces of Ottoman Sultan Mehmed II and ends the Siege of Belgrade (Nándorfehérvár), halting Ottoman expansion in Europe for 70 years
First Congress of Vienna settles issues between Poland and the Holy Roman Empire, demonstrating the Habsburgs' growing i
First Congress of Vienna settles issues between Poland and the Holy Roman Empire, demonstrating the Habsburgs' growing influence
,000 Jews from the Warsaw Ghetto are sent to Treblinka Extermination Camp
Polish Jews were the primary victims of the Nazi Germany-organized Holocaust in Poland.
Sarawak achieves independence from British colonial rule
Sarawak Day (Malay: Hari Sarawak), officially known as Sarawak Independence Day (Malay: Hari Kemerdekaan Sarawak) is a holiday celebrated on 22 July annually by Sarawak, celebrating the establishment...
Norway is the victim of twin terror attacks, a bomb blast targeting government buildings in central Oslo and a massacre
Norway is the victim of twin terror attacks, a bomb blast targeting government buildings in central Oslo and a massacre at a youth camp on the island of Utøya
Ed Wood's cult classic "Plan 9 from Outer Space," often called one of the worst films ever, premieres starring Gregory W
Ed Wood's cult classic "Plan 9 from Outer Space," often called one of the worst films ever, premieres starring Gregory Walcott and Bela Lugosi
Caterina Jarboro sings "Aida" at the New York Hippodrome, becoming the first Black female opera singer to perform in the
Caterina Jarboro sings "Aida" at the New York Hippodrome, becoming the first Black female opera singer to perform in the United States
South African golfer Branden Grace records the lowest round for a men's major championship with a 62 in the 3rd round at
South African golfer Branden Grace records the lowest round for a men's major championship with a 62 in the 3rd round at the British Open, Royal Birkdale, England
Double wedding as agreed in the First Congress of Vienna weds Anna of Bohemia (11) to Ferdinand of Austria (11) and gran
Double wedding as agreed in the First Congress of Vienna weds Anna of Bohemia (11) to Ferdinand of Austria (11) and granddaughter of Maximilian I Mary (9) marrys Louis (9) son of the King of Hungary
American composer Stephen Foster (24) weds Jane Denny McDowell (20) at Trinity Episcopal Church in Pittsburgh, Pennsylva
American composer Stephen Foster (24) weds Jane Denny McDowell (20) at Trinity Episcopal Church in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Jacqueline Kennedy's parents John Vernou "Black Jack" Bouvier III and Janet (Norton Lee) divorce
Jacqueline Kennedy's parents John Vernou "Black Jack" Bouvier III and Janet (Norton Lee) divorce
American "The Princess Bride" actress Robin Wright (44) divorces American actor-director Sean Penn (49) due to irreconci
American "The Princess Bride" actress Robin Wright (44) divorces American actor-director Sean Penn (49) due to irreconcilable differences after 14 years of marriage
Saint Dionysius elected as Pope, succeeding Sixtus II
Pope Dionysius was the bishop of Rome from 22 July 259 AD to his death on 26 December 268.
French Prince Louis begins siege of Dover Castle in Kent, England - abandoned that October. Influential in denying Louis
French Prince Louis begins siege of Dover Castle in Kent, England - abandoned that October. Influential in denying Louis the English throne. [1]
English defeat the Scots at the Battle of Falkirk
The Battle of Falkirk (Scottish Gaelic: Blàr na h-Eaglaise Brice; Scots: Battle o Fawkirk), on 22 July 1298, was one of the major battles in the First War of Scottish Independence.
King Phillip the Fair, orders expulsion of Jews out of France
Philip IV (April–June 1268 – 29 November 1314), called Philip the Fair (French: Philippe le Bel), was King of France from 1285 to 1314.
Battle of St. Jakob an der Sihl: Army of the Old Swiss Confederacy defeats an allied force of Zurich and Habsburg troops
Battle of St. Jakob an der Sihl: Army of the Old Swiss Confederacy defeats an allied force of Zurich and Habsburg troops at the gates of Zurich; without means to lay siege to the city, they withdraw
Battle of Lochmaben Fair - a 500-man raiding party led by Alexander Stewart, Duke of Albany and James Douglas, 9th Earl
Battle of Lochmaben Fair - a 500-man raiding party led by Alexander Stewart, Duke of Albany and James Douglas, 9th Earl of Douglas are defeated by Scots forces loyal to Albany's brother James III of Scotland; Douglas is captured
"Tractate Niddah," a Talmudic edition, is first printed
"Tractate Niddah," a Talmudic edition, is first printed
Christians captured in Tunis in uprising against Admiral Barbarossa
Christians captured in Tunis in uprising against Admiral Barbarossa
2nd English colony forms on Roanoke Island off North Carolina
Roanoke Island () is an island in Dare County, bordered by the Outer Banks of North Carolina.
10,000 Jews of Polannoe murdered in Chmielnick massacre during Khmelnytsky Uprising
10,000 Jews of Polannoe murdered in Chmielnick massacre during Khmelnytsky Uprising
City of Albany, NY chartered
The history of Albany, New York, began long before the first interaction of Europeans with the native Indian tribes, as they had long inhabited the area.
Battle at Aghrim: English/Dutch army beats France
Battle at Aghrim: English/Dutch army beats France
Diamonds found in Minas Geras, Brazil
Diamonds found in Minas Geras, Brazil
Spain signs Treaty of Vienna
The 1731 Treaty of Vienna was signed on 16 March 1731 between Great Britain and Emperor Charles VI on behalf of the Habsburg monarchy, with the Dutch Republic included as a party. This marked the end...
Ottoman Empire defeats Austria at Crocyka (Krotzka) in Serbia and then successfully lays siege to Belgrade
Ottoman Empire defeats Austria at Crocyka (Krotzka) in Serbia and then successfully lays siege to Belgrade
Cleveland, Ohio, founded by General Moses Cleaveland. Originally called 'Cleaveland', the public adopted the current nam
Cleveland, Ohio, founded by General Moses Cleaveland. Originally called 'Cleaveland', the public adopted the current name after a newspaper editor noticed the name was too long to fit on the page.
Underarm slow right arm bowler V E Walker takes 10-74 in 1st innings for an All-England Cricket XI v Surrey CCC at The O
Underarm slow right arm bowler V E Walker takes 10-74 in 1st innings for an All-England Cricket XI v Surrey CCC at The Oval in London
Katharine Lee Bates writes "America the Beautiful" in Colorado
Katharine Lee Bates (August 12, 1859 – March 28, 1929) was an American author and poet, chiefly remembered for her anthem "America the Beautiful", but also for her many books and articles on social...
Crew of Belgian RV Belgica sees first sunrise in 1,600 hours during its first expedition to endure Antarctic winter
Crew of Belgian RV Belgica sees first sunrise in 1,600 hours during its first expedition to endure Antarctic winter
British House of Lords, in its role as court, rules trade unions can be sued for actions of its members - in Taff Vale C
British House of Lords, in its role as court, rules trade unions can be sued for actions of its members - in Taff Vale Case
Philadelphia Athletic's Weldon Henley no-hits St Louis Browns, 6-0
The Athletics are a Major League Baseball franchise based in West Sacramento, California. They play in the American League West division.
In the face of ever-increasing German naval power, the British Admiralty decides to recall British warships from the Med
In the face of ever-increasing German naval power, the British Admiralty decides to recall British warships from the Mediterranean and base them in the North Sea
A bomb explodes during a Preparedness Day parade in San Francisco killing 10
A bomb explodes during a Preparedness Day parade in San Francisco killing 10
British bomb German lines at Ypres, 4,250,000 grenades
British bomb German lines at Ypres, 4,250,000 grenades
Lightning kills 504 sheep in Utah's Wasatch National Park
Lightning kills 504 sheep in Utah's Wasatch National Park
De Falla & Massine's "Three-cornered Hat" premieres in London
De Falla & Massine's "Three-cornered Hat" premieres in London
Cards enter 1st place, marks 1st time both St Louis teams are on top
Cards enter 1st place, marks 1st time both St Louis teams are on top
°F (41°C), Waterbury, Connecticut (state record)
Connecticut ( kə-NET-ih-kət) is a state in the New England region of the Northeastern United States.
Lester Walton appointed US minister to Liberia
Lester Aglar Walton (April 20, 1882 – October 16, 1965) was a St. Louis-born Harlem Renaissance polymath and intellectual, a well-known figure in his day, who advanced civil rights in significant and...
Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Johnny Moore hits 3 straight home runs in a 16-4 rout of the Pittsburgh Pirates
Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Johnny Moore hits 3 straight home runs in a 16-4 rout of the Pittsburgh Pirates
Jane Bolin becomes the 1st African American female judge in New York
Jane Matilda Bolin (April 11, 1908 – January 8, 2007) was an American attorney and judge.
Soviets set up Polish Committee of National Liberation
The Committee of National Liberation for Northern Italy (Italian: Comitato di Liberazione Nazionale Alta Italia, CLNAI) was set up in February 1944 by partisans behind German lines in the Italian...
-8°F (-22°C), Charlotte Pass, NSW (Australian record low temperature)
-8°F (-22°C), Charlotte Pass, NSW (Australian record low temperature)
Frank Worrell completes 261 v England at Trent Bridge
Trent Bridge Cricket Ground is a cricket ground mostly used for Test, One-Day International and county cricket located in West Bridgford, Nottinghamshire, England, just across the River Trent from...
General Francisco Craveiro Lopes appointed President of Portugal
Berta da Costa Ribeiro Arthur Craveiro Lopes (1899–1958) was the wife of the 12th President of the Portuguese Republic, Francisco Craveiro Lopes, and the country's First Lady from 9 August 1951,...
Poland adopts Communist-imposed Constitution
The history of Poland from 1945 to 1989 spans the period of Marxist–Leninist regime in Poland after the end of World War II.
US Virgin Islands adopt constitution (Revised Organic Act)
The United States Virgin Islands, officially the Virgin Islands of the United States, are a Caribbean insular territory of the United States.
Philadelphia Phillies beat the St. Louis Cardinals, 5-3 to complete a team record 11-game winning streak; longest win-st
Philadelphia Phillies beat the St. Louis Cardinals, 5-3 to complete a team record 11-game winning streak; longest win-streak since 1892
US performs atmospheric nuclear Test at Bikini Island
US performs atmospheric nuclear Test at Bikini Island
Cuba nationalizes all US-owned sugar factories
The United States embargo against Cuba is an embargo preventing U.S. businesses and citizens from conducting trade or commerce with Cuban interests since 1960.
WBNB TV channel 10 in Charlotte Amaile, Virgin Islands (CBS) begins broadcasting
WBNB TV channel 10 in Charlotte Amaile, Virgin Islands (CBS) begins broadcasting
1st US Venus probe, Mariner 1, fails at lift-off
1st US Venus probe, Mariner 1, fails at lift-off
1st major appearance by Vanilla Fudge (Village Theater NYC)
1st major appearance by Vanilla Fudge (Village Theater NYC)
Sir John Newsome recommends public schools should take 50% of their intake from the state school system
Sir John Newsome recommends public schools should take 50% of their intake from the state school system
Sudanese military counter-coup under premier Numeiry
Sudanese military counter-coup under premier Numeiry
10.84" (27.53 cm) of rainfall, Fort Ripley, Mn (state 24-hr record)
10.84" (27.53 cm) of rainfall, Fort Ripley, Mn (state 24-hr record)
Academic Text Processing Service forms in Seattle
Academic Text Processing Service forms in Seattle
Australian pilot Dick Smith makes first solo helicopter flight around the world
Australian pilot Dick Smith makes first solo helicopter flight around the world
US House of Representatives impeaches Judge Harry E. Claiborne for tax evasion
Harry Eugene Claiborne (July 2, 1917 – January 19, 2004) was a United States district judge of the United States District Court for the District of Nevada from 1978 until his impeachment and removal...
Said Aouita of Morocco sets 5k record (12:58.39) in Rome
Said Aouita of Morocco sets 5k record (12:58.39) in Rome
US scientists pledge to boycott Pentagon germ-warfare research
US scientists pledge to boycott Pentagon germ-warfare research
Kristin Huxhold, 18, of Missouri, crowned America's Junior Miss
Kristin Huxhold, 18, of Missouri, crowned America's Junior Miss
23rd & last part of Comet Shoemaker-Levy hit Jupiter (since July 16th)
23rd & last part of Comet Shoemaker-Levy hit Jupiter (since July 16th)
Space shuttle STS-70 (Discovery 20) lands
Space Shuttle Discovery (Orbiter Vehicle Designation: OV-103) is a retired American Space Shuttle orbiter.
"One Piece," world's best-selling manga and comic series, written and illustrated by Eiichiro Oda, first appears seriali
"One Piece," world's best-selling manga and comic series, written and illustrated by Eiichiro Oda, first appears serialized in "Weekly Shōnen Jump" in Japan
Israel assassinates Salah Shahade, the Commander-in-Chief of Hamas's military arm, the Izz ad-Din al-Qassam Brigades, al
Israel assassinates Salah Shahade, the Commander-in-Chief of Hamas's military arm, the Izz ad-Din al-Qassam Brigades, along with 14 civilians
Members of US 101st Airborne, aided by Special Forces, attack a compound in Mosul, Iraq, killing Uday Hussein and Qusay
Members of US 101st Airborne, aided by Special Forces, attack a compound in Mosul, Iraq, killing Uday Hussein and Qusay Hussein, sons of Saddam Hussein, along with Mustapha Hussein, Qusay's 14-year old son, and a bodyguard
Jean Charles de Menezes is killed by police as the hunt begins for the London Bombers. See 7 July 2005 London bombings a
Jean Charles de Menezes is killed by police as the hunt begins for the London Bombers. See 7 July 2005 London bombings and 21 July 2005 London bombings
At least 77 people are killed by torrential rain in Beijing, China
At least 77 people are killed by torrential rain in Beijing, China
89 people are killed and 500 are injured by earthquakes in province of Gansu, China
89 people are killed and 500 are injured by earthquakes in province of Gansu, China
Both the United Arab Emirates and the USA announce aid packages to besieged Gaza
Many states began to intervene against the Islamic State, in both the Syrian civil war and the War in Iraq (2013–2017), in response to its rapid territorial gains from its 2014 invasion of Iraq,...
Oldest Qur'an fragments are discovered in the collection of Birmingham University, with radiocarbon testing dating them
Oldest Qur'an fragments are discovered in the collection of Birmingham University, with radiocarbon testing dating them to AD 568 - AD 645
A man shoots and kills nine people at the Olympia shopping mall in Munich, Germany, and then kills himself
On 22 July 2016, a mass shooting classified as a right-wing extremist attack occurred in the vicinity of the Olympia shopping mall in the Moosach district of Munich, Germany.
10 die in over-heated tractor-trailer in San Antonio, Texas in human-trafficking incident
10 die in over-heated tractor-trailer in San Antonio, Texas in human-trafficking incident
Heatwave in Japan kills 11 in one day
Heatwave in Japan kills 11 in one day
Air strikes have killed at least 31 people in Maarat al-Numan, north-western Syria, with Russian planes supporting Syria
Air strikes have killed at least 31 people in Maarat al-Numan, north-western Syria, with Russian planes supporting Syrian government being blamed
California passes New York total for COVID-19 cases (415,763 vs 415,094), though NY death toll much higher
California passes New York total for COVID-19 cases (415,763 vs 415,094), though NY death toll much higher
US at “another pivotal point in this pandemic” says CDC Director Dr. Rochelle Walensky as the Delta variant becomes domi
US at “another pivotal point in this pandemic” says CDC Director Dr. Rochelle Walensky as the Delta variant becomes dominant
Droupadi Murmu is the first tribal politician to be elected President of India (head of state, without executive powers)
Droupadi Murmu is the first tribal politician to be elected President of India (head of state, without executive powers) [1]
Famous Births on July 22
birth
Emma Lazarus is born
Emma Lazarus, American poet, known for american poet, was born on 1849-07-22. Emma Lazarus (July 22, 1849 – November 19, 1887) was an American author of poetry, prose, and translations, as well as an…
birth
Alexander Calder is born
Alexander Calder, American sculptor, known for american sculptor, was born on 1898-07-22.
birth
Bob Dole is born
Bob Dole, American politician and attorney, known for american politician and attorney, was born on 1923-07-22.
birth
Prince George is born
Prince George, British prince, known for british prince, was born on 2014-07-22. Prince George of Wales (George Alexander Louis; born 22 July 2013) is a member of the British royal family.
birth
Louise Fletcher is born
Louise Fletcher, American actress, known for american actress, was born on 1934-07-22. Estelle Louise Fletcher (July 22, 1934 – September 23, 2022) was an American actress.
birth
Alex Trebek is born
Alex Trebek, American canadian-american tv personality, known for canadian-american tv personality, was born on 1940-07-22.
birth
Danny Glover is born
Danny Glover, American actor, known for american actor, was born on 1947-07-22. Danny Glover ( GLUV-ər; born July 22, 1946) is an American actor, producer, and political activist.
birth
Alan Menken is born
Alan Menken, American composer, known for american composer, was born on 1950-07-22. Alan Irwin Menken is an American composer and conductor.
birth
Shawn Michaels is born
Shawn Michaels, American professional wrestler, known for american professional wrestler, was born on 1966-07-22. Shawn Michaels is an American retired professional wrestler.
birth
Selena Gomez is born
Selena Gomez, American actress and singer, known for american actress and singer, was born on 1993-07-22.
birth
Sonny Liston is born
Sonny Liston athlete, known for american boxer, was born on 1930-07-22. Charles L.
birth
John Leguizamo is born
John Leguizamo is born
Notable Deaths on July 22
death
Marie Francois Xavier Bichat dies
Marie Francois Xavier Bichat, French anatomist and pathologist, known for french anatomist and pathologist, died on 1802-07-22.
death
Mackenzie King dies
Mackenzie King dies
death
Estelle Getty dies
Estelle Getty, American actress, known for american actress, died on 2008-07-22. Estelle Gettleman, known professionally as Estelle Getty, was an American actress and comedian.
death
Ozzy Osbourne dies
Ozzy Osbourne, English musician and media personality, known for english musician and media personality, died on 2025-07-22.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What happened on July 22, 1099?
- Godfrey of Bouillon is elected the first Defender of the Holy Sepulchre of the Kingdom of Jerusalem during the First Crusade
- What happened on July 22, 1456?
- Hungarian army under John Hunyadi defeats the forces of Ottoman Sultan Mehmed II and ends the Siege of Belgrade (Nándorfehérvár), halting Ottoman expansion in Europe for 70 years
- What happened on July 22, 1515?
- First Congress of Vienna settles issues between Poland and the Holy Roman Empire, demonstrating the Habsburgs' growing influence
- What happened on July 22, 1942?
- Polish Jews were the primary victims of the Nazi Germany-organized Holocaust in Poland.
- What happened on July 22, 1963?
- Sarawak Day (Malay: Hari Sarawak), officially known as Sarawak Independence Day (Malay: Hari Kemerdekaan Sarawak) is a holiday celebrated on 22 July annually by Sarawak, celebrating the establishment...
Complete Timeline — July 22 Through the Ages
Saint Dionysius elected as Pope, succeeding Sixtus II
Pope Dionysius was the bishop of Rome from 22 July 259 AD to his death on 26 December 268.
Godfrey of Bouillon is elected the first Defender of the Holy Sepulchre of the Kingdom of Jerusalem during the First Cru
Godfrey of Bouillon is elected the first Defender of the Holy Sepulchre of the Kingdom of Jerusalem during the First Crusade
French Prince Louis begins siege of Dover Castle in Kent, England - abandoned that October. Influential in denying Louis
French Prince Louis begins siege of Dover Castle in Kent, England - abandoned that October. Influential in denying Louis the English throne. [1]
English defeat the Scots at the Battle of Falkirk
The Battle of Falkirk (Scottish Gaelic: Blàr na h-Eaglaise Brice; Scots: Battle o Fawkirk), on 22 July 1298, was one of the major battles in the First War of Scottish Independence.
King Phillip the Fair, orders expulsion of Jews out of France
Philip IV (April–June 1268 – 29 November 1314), called Philip the Fair (French: Philippe le Bel), was King of France from 1285 to 1314.
Battle of St. Jakob an der Sihl: Army of the Old Swiss Confederacy defeats an allied force of Zurich and Habsburg troops
Battle of St. Jakob an der Sihl: Army of the Old Swiss Confederacy defeats an allied force of Zurich and Habsburg troops at the gates of Zurich; without means to lay siege to the city, they withdraw
Hungarian army under John Hunyadi defeats the forces of Ottoman Sultan Mehmed II and ends the Siege of Belgrade (Nándorf
Hungarian army under John Hunyadi defeats the forces of Ottoman Sultan Mehmed II and ends the Siege of Belgrade (Nándorfehérvár), halting Ottoman expansion in Europe for 70 years
Battle of Lochmaben Fair - a 500-man raiding party led by Alexander Stewart, Duke of Albany and James Douglas, 9th Earl
Battle of Lochmaben Fair - a 500-man raiding party led by Alexander Stewart, Duke of Albany and James Douglas, 9th Earl of Douglas are defeated by Scots forces loyal to Albany's brother James III of Scotland; Douglas is captured
"Tractate Niddah," a Talmudic edition, is first printed
"Tractate Niddah," a Talmudic edition, is first printed
First Congress of Vienna settles issues between Poland and the Holy Roman Empire, demonstrating the Habsburgs' growing i
First Congress of Vienna settles issues between Poland and the Holy Roman Empire, demonstrating the Habsburgs' growing influence
Double wedding as agreed in the First Congress of Vienna weds Anna of Bohemia (11) to Ferdinand of Austria (11) and gran
Double wedding as agreed in the First Congress of Vienna weds Anna of Bohemia (11) to Ferdinand of Austria (11) and granddaughter of Maximilian I Mary (9) marrys Louis (9) son of the King of Hungary
Christians captured in Tunis in uprising against Admiral Barbarossa
Christians captured in Tunis in uprising against Admiral Barbarossa
2nd English colony forms on Roanoke Island off North Carolina
Roanoke Island () is an island in Dare County, bordered by the Outer Banks of North Carolina.
10,000 Jews of Polannoe murdered in Chmielnick massacre during Khmelnytsky Uprising
10,000 Jews of Polannoe murdered in Chmielnick massacre during Khmelnytsky Uprising
City of Albany, NY chartered
The history of Albany, New York, began long before the first interaction of Europeans with the native Indian tribes, as they had long inhabited the area.
Battle at Aghrim: English/Dutch army beats France
Battle at Aghrim: English/Dutch army beats France
Diamonds found in Minas Geras, Brazil
Diamonds found in Minas Geras, Brazil
Spain signs Treaty of Vienna
The 1731 Treaty of Vienna was signed on 16 March 1731 between Great Britain and Emperor Charles VI on behalf of the Habsburg monarchy, with the Dutch Republic included as a party. This marked the end...
Ottoman Empire defeats Austria at Crocyka (Krotzka) in Serbia and then successfully lays siege to Belgrade
Ottoman Empire defeats Austria at Crocyka (Krotzka) in Serbia and then successfully lays siege to Belgrade
Cleveland, Ohio, founded by General Moses Cleaveland. Originally called 'Cleaveland', the public adopted the current nam
Cleveland, Ohio, founded by General Moses Cleaveland. Originally called 'Cleaveland', the public adopted the current name after a newspaper editor noticed the name was too long to fit on the page.
Marie Francois Xavier Bichat dies
Marie Francois Xavier Bichat, French anatomist and pathologist, known for french anatomist and pathologist, died on 1802-07-22.
Emma Lazarus is born
Emma Lazarus, American poet, known for american poet, was born on 1849-07-22. Emma Lazarus (July 22, 1849 – November 19, 1887) was an American author of poetry, prose, and translations, as well as an…
American composer Stephen Foster (24) weds Jane Denny McDowell (20) at Trinity Episcopal Church in Pittsburgh, Pennsylva
American composer Stephen Foster (24) weds Jane Denny McDowell (20) at Trinity Episcopal Church in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Underarm slow right arm bowler V E Walker takes 10-74 in 1st innings for an All-England Cricket XI v Surrey CCC at The O
Underarm slow right arm bowler V E Walker takes 10-74 in 1st innings for an All-England Cricket XI v Surrey CCC at The Oval in London
Katharine Lee Bates writes "America the Beautiful" in Colorado
Katharine Lee Bates (August 12, 1859 – March 28, 1929) was an American author and poet, chiefly remembered for her anthem "America the Beautiful", but also for her many books and articles on social...
Crew of Belgian RV Belgica sees first sunrise in 1,600 hours during its first expedition to endure Antarctic winter
Crew of Belgian RV Belgica sees first sunrise in 1,600 hours during its first expedition to endure Antarctic winter
Alexander Calder is born
Alexander Calder, American sculptor, known for american sculptor, was born on 1898-07-22.
British House of Lords, in its role as court, rules trade unions can be sued for actions of its members - in Taff Vale C
British House of Lords, in its role as court, rules trade unions can be sued for actions of its members - in Taff Vale Case
Philadelphia Athletic's Weldon Henley no-hits St Louis Browns, 6-0
The Athletics are a Major League Baseball franchise based in West Sacramento, California. They play in the American League West division.
In the face of ever-increasing German naval power, the British Admiralty decides to recall British warships from the Med
In the face of ever-increasing German naval power, the British Admiralty decides to recall British warships from the Mediterranean and base them in the North Sea
A bomb explodes during a Preparedness Day parade in San Francisco killing 10
A bomb explodes during a Preparedness Day parade in San Francisco killing 10
British bomb German lines at Ypres, 4,250,000 grenades
British bomb German lines at Ypres, 4,250,000 grenades
Lightning kills 504 sheep in Utah's Wasatch National Park
Lightning kills 504 sheep in Utah's Wasatch National Park
De Falla & Massine's "Three-cornered Hat" premieres in London
De Falla & Massine's "Three-cornered Hat" premieres in London
Cards enter 1st place, marks 1st time both St Louis teams are on top
Cards enter 1st place, marks 1st time both St Louis teams are on top
Bob Dole is born
Bob Dole, American politician and attorney, known for american politician and attorney, was born on 1923-07-22.
°F (41°C), Waterbury, Connecticut (state record)
Connecticut ( kə-NET-ih-kət) is a state in the New England region of the Northeastern United States.
Sonny Liston is born
Sonny Liston athlete, known for american boxer, was born on 1930-07-22. Charles L.
Caterina Jarboro sings "Aida" at the New York Hippodrome, becoming the first Black female opera singer to perform in the
Caterina Jarboro sings "Aida" at the New York Hippodrome, becoming the first Black female opera singer to perform in the United States
Louise Fletcher is born
Louise Fletcher, American actress, known for american actress, was born on 1934-07-22. Estelle Louise Fletcher (July 22, 1934 – September 23, 2022) was an American actress.
Lester Walton appointed US minister to Liberia
Lester Aglar Walton (April 20, 1882 – October 16, 1965) was a St. Louis-born Harlem Renaissance polymath and intellectual, a well-known figure in his day, who advanced civil rights in significant and...
Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Johnny Moore hits 3 straight home runs in a 16-4 rout of the Pittsburgh Pirates
Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Johnny Moore hits 3 straight home runs in a 16-4 rout of the Pittsburgh Pirates
Jane Bolin becomes the 1st African American female judge in New York
Jane Matilda Bolin (April 11, 1908 – January 8, 2007) was an American attorney and judge.
Jacqueline Kennedy's parents John Vernou "Black Jack" Bouvier III and Janet (Norton Lee) divorce
Jacqueline Kennedy's parents John Vernou "Black Jack" Bouvier III and Janet (Norton Lee) divorce
Alex Trebek is born
Alex Trebek, American canadian-american tv personality, known for canadian-american tv personality, was born on 1940-07-22.
,000 Jews from the Warsaw Ghetto are sent to Treblinka Extermination Camp
Polish Jews were the primary victims of the Nazi Germany-organized Holocaust in Poland.
Soviets set up Polish Committee of National Liberation
The Committee of National Liberation for Northern Italy (Italian: Comitato di Liberazione Nazionale Alta Italia, CLNAI) was set up in February 1944 by partisans behind German lines in the Italian...
-8°F (-22°C), Charlotte Pass, NSW (Australian record low temperature)
-8°F (-22°C), Charlotte Pass, NSW (Australian record low temperature)
Danny Glover is born
Danny Glover, American actor, known for american actor, was born on 1947-07-22. Danny Glover ( GLUV-ər; born July 22, 1946) is an American actor, producer, and political activist.
Frank Worrell completes 261 v England at Trent Bridge
Trent Bridge Cricket Ground is a cricket ground mostly used for Test, One-Day International and county cricket located in West Bridgford, Nottinghamshire, England, just across the River Trent from...
Alan Menken is born
Alan Menken, American composer, known for american composer, was born on 1950-07-22. Alan Irwin Menken is an American composer and conductor.
Mackenzie King dies
Mackenzie King dies
General Francisco Craveiro Lopes appointed President of Portugal
Berta da Costa Ribeiro Arthur Craveiro Lopes (1899–1958) was the wife of the 12th President of the Portuguese Republic, Francisco Craveiro Lopes, and the country's First Lady from 9 August 1951,...
Poland adopts Communist-imposed Constitution
The history of Poland from 1945 to 1989 spans the period of Marxist–Leninist regime in Poland after the end of World War II.
US Virgin Islands adopt constitution (Revised Organic Act)
The United States Virgin Islands, officially the Virgin Islands of the United States, are a Caribbean insular territory of the United States.
Philadelphia Phillies beat the St. Louis Cardinals, 5-3 to complete a team record 11-game winning streak; longest win-st
Philadelphia Phillies beat the St. Louis Cardinals, 5-3 to complete a team record 11-game winning streak; longest win-streak since 1892
US performs atmospheric nuclear Test at Bikini Island
US performs atmospheric nuclear Test at Bikini Island
Ed Wood's cult classic "Plan 9 from Outer Space," often called one of the worst films ever, premieres starring Gregory W
Ed Wood's cult classic "Plan 9 from Outer Space," often called one of the worst films ever, premieres starring Gregory Walcott and Bela Lugosi
Cuba nationalizes all US-owned sugar factories
The United States embargo against Cuba is an embargo preventing U.S. businesses and citizens from conducting trade or commerce with Cuban interests since 1960.
WBNB TV channel 10 in Charlotte Amaile, Virgin Islands (CBS) begins broadcasting
WBNB TV channel 10 in Charlotte Amaile, Virgin Islands (CBS) begins broadcasting
1st US Venus probe, Mariner 1, fails at lift-off
1st US Venus probe, Mariner 1, fails at lift-off
Sarawak achieves independence from British colonial rule
Sarawak Day (Malay: Hari Sarawak), officially known as Sarawak Independence Day (Malay: Hari Kemerdekaan Sarawak) is a holiday celebrated on 22 July annually by Sarawak, celebrating the establishment...
John Leguizamo is born
John Leguizamo is born
Shawn Michaels is born
Shawn Michaels, American professional wrestler, known for american professional wrestler, was born on 1966-07-22. Shawn Michaels is an American retired professional wrestler.
1st major appearance by Vanilla Fudge (Village Theater NYC)
1st major appearance by Vanilla Fudge (Village Theater NYC)
Sir John Newsome recommends public schools should take 50% of their intake from the state school system
Sir John Newsome recommends public schools should take 50% of their intake from the state school system
Sudanese military counter-coup under premier Numeiry
Sudanese military counter-coup under premier Numeiry
10.84" (27.53 cm) of rainfall, Fort Ripley, Mn (state 24-hr record)
10.84" (27.53 cm) of rainfall, Fort Ripley, Mn (state 24-hr record)
Academic Text Processing Service forms in Seattle
Academic Text Processing Service forms in Seattle
Australian pilot Dick Smith makes first solo helicopter flight around the world
Australian pilot Dick Smith makes first solo helicopter flight around the world
US House of Representatives impeaches Judge Harry E. Claiborne for tax evasion
Harry Eugene Claiborne (July 2, 1917 – January 19, 2004) was a United States district judge of the United States District Court for the District of Nevada from 1978 until his impeachment and removal...
Said Aouita of Morocco sets 5k record (12:58.39) in Rome
Said Aouita of Morocco sets 5k record (12:58.39) in Rome
US scientists pledge to boycott Pentagon germ-warfare research
US scientists pledge to boycott Pentagon germ-warfare research
Kristin Huxhold, 18, of Missouri, crowned America's Junior Miss
Kristin Huxhold, 18, of Missouri, crowned America's Junior Miss
Selena Gomez is born
Selena Gomez, American actress and singer, known for american actress and singer, was born on 1993-07-22.
23rd & last part of Comet Shoemaker-Levy hit Jupiter (since July 16th)
23rd & last part of Comet Shoemaker-Levy hit Jupiter (since July 16th)
Space shuttle STS-70 (Discovery 20) lands
Space Shuttle Discovery (Orbiter Vehicle Designation: OV-103) is a retired American Space Shuttle orbiter.
"One Piece," world's best-selling manga and comic series, written and illustrated by Eiichiro Oda, first appears seriali
"One Piece," world's best-selling manga and comic series, written and illustrated by Eiichiro Oda, first appears serialized in "Weekly Shōnen Jump" in Japan
Israel assassinates Salah Shahade, the Commander-in-Chief of Hamas's military arm, the Izz ad-Din al-Qassam Brigades, al
Israel assassinates Salah Shahade, the Commander-in-Chief of Hamas's military arm, the Izz ad-Din al-Qassam Brigades, along with 14 civilians
Members of US 101st Airborne, aided by Special Forces, attack a compound in Mosul, Iraq, killing Uday Hussein and Qusay
Members of US 101st Airborne, aided by Special Forces, attack a compound in Mosul, Iraq, killing Uday Hussein and Qusay Hussein, sons of Saddam Hussein, along with Mustapha Hussein, Qusay's 14-year old son, and a bodyguard
Jean Charles de Menezes is killed by police as the hunt begins for the London Bombers. See 7 July 2005 London bombings a
Jean Charles de Menezes is killed by police as the hunt begins for the London Bombers. See 7 July 2005 London bombings and 21 July 2005 London bombings
Estelle Getty dies
Estelle Getty, American actress, known for american actress, died on 2008-07-22. Estelle Gettleman, known professionally as Estelle Getty, was an American actress and comedian.
American "The Princess Bride" actress Robin Wright (44) divorces American actor-director Sean Penn (49) due to irreconci
American "The Princess Bride" actress Robin Wright (44) divorces American actor-director Sean Penn (49) due to irreconcilable differences after 14 years of marriage
Norway is the victim of twin terror attacks, a bomb blast targeting government buildings in central Oslo and a massacre
Norway is the victim of twin terror attacks, a bomb blast targeting government buildings in central Oslo and a massacre at a youth camp on the island of Utøya
At least 77 people are killed by torrential rain in Beijing, China
At least 77 people are killed by torrential rain in Beijing, China
89 people are killed and 500 are injured by earthquakes in province of Gansu, China
89 people are killed and 500 are injured by earthquakes in province of Gansu, China
Both the United Arab Emirates and the USA announce aid packages to besieged Gaza
Many states began to intervene against the Islamic State, in both the Syrian civil war and the War in Iraq (2013–2017), in response to its rapid territorial gains from its 2014 invasion of Iraq,...
Prince George is born
Prince George, British prince, known for british prince, was born on 2014-07-22. Prince George of Wales (George Alexander Louis; born 22 July 2013) is a member of the British royal family.
Oldest Qur'an fragments are discovered in the collection of Birmingham University, with radiocarbon testing dating them
Oldest Qur'an fragments are discovered in the collection of Birmingham University, with radiocarbon testing dating them to AD 568 - AD 645
A man shoots and kills nine people at the Olympia shopping mall in Munich, Germany, and then kills himself
On 22 July 2016, a mass shooting classified as a right-wing extremist attack occurred in the vicinity of the Olympia shopping mall in the Moosach district of Munich, Germany.
South African golfer Branden Grace records the lowest round for a men's major championship with a 62 in the 3rd round at
South African golfer Branden Grace records the lowest round for a men's major championship with a 62 in the 3rd round at the British Open, Royal Birkdale, England
10 die in over-heated tractor-trailer in San Antonio, Texas in human-trafficking incident
10 die in over-heated tractor-trailer in San Antonio, Texas in human-trafficking incident
Heatwave in Japan kills 11 in one day
Heatwave in Japan kills 11 in one day
Air strikes have killed at least 31 people in Maarat al-Numan, north-western Syria, with Russian planes supporting Syria
Air strikes have killed at least 31 people in Maarat al-Numan, north-western Syria, with Russian planes supporting Syrian government being blamed
California passes New York total for COVID-19 cases (415,763 vs 415,094), though NY death toll much higher
California passes New York total for COVID-19 cases (415,763 vs 415,094), though NY death toll much higher
US at “another pivotal point in this pandemic” says CDC Director Dr. Rochelle Walensky as the Delta variant becomes domi
US at “another pivotal point in this pandemic” says CDC Director Dr. Rochelle Walensky as the Delta variant becomes dominant
Droupadi Murmu is the first tribal politician to be elected President of India (head of state, without executive powers)
Droupadi Murmu is the first tribal politician to be elected President of India (head of state, without executive powers) [1]
Ozzy Osbourne dies
Ozzy Osbourne, English musician and media personality, known for english musician and media personality, died on 2025-07-22.