July 7 in History
Significant events that shaped India and the World.
Captain Vikram Batra Martyred
Captain Vikram Batra, PVC, lays down his life while fighting Pakistani troops during the Kargil War. His bravery and famous slogan "Yeh Dil Maange More!" remain immortalized in Indian military history.
MS Dhoni is Born
Mahendra Singh Dhoni, one of India's most successful cricket captains who led the team to multiple World Cup victories, is born in Ranchi.
Building the Hoover Dam
Construction officially begins on the massive Hoover Dam on the Colorado River, a marvel of modern engineering.
First Sliced Bread
Sliced bread is sold for the first time by the Chillicothe Baking Company in Missouri, leading to the phrase "the greatest thing since sliced bread."
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