Today in History - 26th of June - Historical Update

Today in History - 26th of June

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The twin-rotor Focke-Wulf Fw 61


What Happened On This Day – 26 June

  • 1963 U.S. President John F. Kennedy holds his iconic “Ich bin ein Berliner” speech

    The speech was a welcome gesture of support for the people of West Berlin. East Germany had erected the Berlin Wall just two years earlier to stop mass emigration to the West.
  • 1945 The United Nations Charter is signed

    The United Nations is the world's most important international organization.
  • 1936 The world's first practical helicopter lifts off

    The twin-rotor Focke-Wulf Fw 61 was first tested in Bremen, Germany. None of the first prototypes survived World War II but a replica can be seen at the Hubschraubermuseum in Bückeburg, Germany.
  • 1925 Charlie Chaplin's film “The Gold Rush” receives its premiere

    The comedy featuring Chaplin in his famous Little Tramp role is a classic of the silent film genre. The English star actor repeatedly stated that this is the film he wants to be remembered for.
  • 1906 The first Grand Prix car race is held

    The competition was held on a circuit around Le Mans, France and organized by the Automobile Club de France (ACF). Renault's Ferenc Szisz won the competition.

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Births On This Day – 26 June

  • 1980 Michael Vick

    American football player
  • 1961 Greg LeMond

    American cyclist
  • 1942 Gilberto Gil

    Brazilian singer-songwriter, guitarist, politician
  • 1909 Colonel Tom Parker

    Dutch/American talent manager
  • 1908 Salvador Allende

    Chilean physician, politician

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