Cleveland History

July 9, 1931: The Cleveland Union Air Terminal opened at Cleveland Hopkins Airport, establishing the city’s first municipal airport which would later become a major hub for air travel in the region.

July 10, 1973: The Cleveland Museum of Art opened an important exhibition featuring the works of Pablo Picasso. This exhibition was one of several key events in the museum’s history, helping to establish its reputation as a major cultural institution.

July 12, 1979: The “Disco Demolition Night” held at a Cleveland Indians baseball game at Cleveland Stadium turned chaotic, with a promotional event gone awry leading to a riot and the forfeiture of the game to the Detroit Tigers.

July 13, 1846: Central High School was established in Cleveland, becoming one of the earliest public high schools in the area and playing a significant role in the development of the city’s educational system.

July 13, 1849: The Free Soil Party held its national meeting in Cleveland, Ohio. This event marked a pivotal moment in the antebellum political landscape of the United States, as the Free Soil Party was dedicated to preventing the expansion of slavery into the newly acquired territories

World History

July 8, 1497: Vasco da Gama set sail from Lisbon, Portugal, on a historic voyage to India. This journey marked a significant milestone in navigation, as it opened up a sea route to Asia.

July 9, 1877: The first Wimbledon Championship began. This date marks the beginning of the oldest tennis tournament in the world, a major sporting event that continues to be held annually in London, England.

July 10, 1940: The Battle of Britain began with the German Luftwaffe launching a series of attacks on British airfields and radar stations. This battle was crucial in World War II, as the United Kingdom’s air defenses held firm against the assault.

July 12, 1962: The Rolling Stones performed their first concert at the Marquee Club in London, marking the inception of one of the most famous rock bands in history.

July 14, 1789: The French Revolution began with the storming of the Bastille prison in Paris. This event is commemorated annually as Bastille Day in France and is recognized as a turning point in French history.