On this day in history
What happened on 24 July
3 events from Bangladesh and around the world took place on 24 July. Use the arrows to move a day at a time, or filter by category.
- Simón Bolívar, South American liberator, was bornWorld
- Machu Picchu was discovered by Hiram BinghamWorld
- First Moon rocks were brought to Earth by Apollo 11Science
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.