On this day in history
What happened on 22 June
3 events from Bangladesh and around the world took place on 22 June. Use the arrows to move a day at a time, or filter by category.
- Galileo was forced to recant his support for heliocentrismScience
- Germany invaded the Soviet Union in Operation BarbarossaWorld
- Diners Club issued the first credit cards for commercial useWorld
About these entries
Each date lists a handful of events chosen for their lasting importance: milestones in the history of Bangladesh and Bengal, turning points in world affairs, and landmarks in culture and science. Years follow the Gregorian calendar.
Bangladesh dates are given as they are observed in the country. Where a historical source disagrees on a day, the most widely cited date is used.