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Today, June 3 is the 155th day in the year 2024 leaving us with 211 days left in this year. June 3 in World History happens to be the births and deaths of some notable persons. Furthermore, it also doubles as commemorations of some events, space exploits, killings amongst others.
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To your reading today, we bring to you these events starting from the 20th century on this day so as to boost your knowledge database. If your birthday is today, find out celebrities, monarchs and notable people, happenings you might be twinning your birth date with.
1928- The occurrence of a total lunar eclipse
The world experienced a total lunar eclipse. Out of the two total lunar eclipse that happened that year, the June 3rd own was the first. The sightings were visible in Asia, Australia and the America.
What are lunar eclipses and what is a total lunar eclipse?
‘Lunar eclipses happen when Earth positions itself between the sun and the moon, casting a shadow across the lunar surface. They can only occur during a full moon and are a popular event for skywatchers worldwide as they do not require any specialist equipment to enjoy (unlike solar eclipses). Total lunar eclipse: Earth’s shadow is cast across the entire lunar surface. ‘ – space.com
1937- Edward VIII marries American divorcee, Walls Simpson
On this day in 1937, the Duke of Windsor, Edward VIII abdicated the throne to marry his American sweetheart, Walls Simpson who was a divorcee in Chateau de France. However, their marriage was controversial because Walls had been married twice and as at then the church does not support marriage between divorcees especially when their partners are still alive.
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The wedding between the love birds did not have the attendance of any member of the royal family. Prior to this, his brother, King George VI was crowned king on May 12, 1937. Edward VIII was the first English monarch to voluntarily abdicate the throne.
1965- Astronaunt Edward White walks in space as the first American to do so
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The Gemini IV Mission launched Astronaunt Edward White to space in a Gemini Capsule. Though, the initial plan was not for the astronaunt to walk in space but it happened that he walked in space for 23 minutes.
1968- Radical feminist, Valerie Solanas attempts the murder of Andy Warhol
Valerie takes law into her own hands after Andy Warhol claims to have misplaced the script for Valerie’s play, Up Your Ass. She shot him at The Factory along with Mario Amaya, an art critic. Later on, the SCUM Manifesto author came clean to the authorities. She was convicted guilty of assault, unauthorised possession of a weapon, and attempted murder. Despite having a defensive schizophrenia diagnosis, she spent three years in prison.
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1986- Rafael Nadal , the famous Spanish tennis player was born in Monacor, Spain
Rafael Nadal is a popular tennis player who beat the legendary tennis player, Roger Federer in the 2005 French Open semi finals. It happened that Rafael was born today in Spain. The 38- year old tennis player is still making waves with a hint of his retirement soon. Happy Birthday to him!
2008- Barack Obama clinches the Democratic Party nomination
On this day in 2008, the dreams of Barack Obama to be USA’s president got closer in fulfillment. He got the highest votes from delegates in the Democratic National Convention making him the ‘presumptive nominee’.
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2016- Boxing Legend, Muhammad Ali passes away at the age of 74
Muhammad Ali, a great boxer whose name echoed in the boxing ring died on June 3, 2016 after suffering from Parkinson disease for 32 years. However, his death was as a result of septic shock and this news shook the world.
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World Bicycle Day
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The 3rd of June every year is the World Bicycle Day. It is used to commemorate ‘the benefits of cycling for transportation, health, and sustainability.’ This is the 6th edition of this commemoration with the first endorsed by the United Nations in 2018. The theme of this year is ‘Promoting Health, Equity, and Sustainability through Cycling.’ Ride a bicycle today!
Love Conquers All Day
On this day, we should appreciate the ability to love and be loved. That with love, we can weather any storm. Love keeps us going hence today’s commemoration.
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