This Month in History
On July 10, 1925, the Scopes Trial began in Dayton, Tennessee. The trial was a landmark case in the history of the teaching of evolution in the United States. John Scopes, a high school biology teacher, was accused of violating a state law that prohibited the teaching of evolution in public schools. The trial was widely publicized and attracted national attention. It ended with Scopes being found guilty and fined. However, the verdict was later overturned on appeal.
Science and Technology
On July 10, 1969, the Apollo 11 mission launched from the Kennedy Space Center in Florida. The mission was the first to land humans on the Moon. Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin became the first people to walk on the Moon on July 20, 1969. The Apollo 11 mission was a major achievement in human spaceflight and marked a turning point in the history of space exploration.
Arts and Culture
On July 10, 1985, the Live Aid concert was held in London and Philadelphia. The concert was organized by Bob Geldof and Midge Ure to raise money for famine relief in Ethiopia. The concert featured performances by some of the biggest names in music, including Queen, U2, David Bowie, and Madonna. The Live Aid concert was a huge success and raised over $100 million for famine relief.
Politics and Current Events
On July 10, 2016, the United Kingdom voted to leave the European Union. The vote was the culmination of a long campaign that had divided the country. The decision to leave the EU was a major setback for European integration and has had a significant impact on the UK’s economy and politics.
Thought for the Day
The only source of knowledge is experience. – Albert Einstein
Kind regards
Dr. R. Hamilton
