Tuesday, July 29, 2008

Today in History

Is today your birthday? July 29th has seen some excitement over the years.

1996
The controversial child protection portion of the Communications Decency Act (1996) is struck down as too broad by a US federal court.

1981
Lady Diana Spencer marries Charles, Prince of Wales.

1976
In New York City, the "Son of Sam" kills one person and seriously wounding another in the first of a series of attacks.

1965
Vietnam War: The first 4,000 101st Airborne Division paratroopers arrive in Vietnam, landing at Cam Ranh Bay.

1948
After a hiatus of 12 years caused by World War II, the first Summer Olympics opened in London, United Kingdom.

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