Humans have existed for hundreds of thousands of years, but some moments have left a lasting mark on history. In this series, we look back at defining…
1/7July 12 | On this day in 1998, France defeated Brazil 3-0 to win its first FIFA World Cup. Inspired by two goals from Zinedine Zidane, the victory at the Stade de France became one of the country’s greatest sporting achievements and cemented Zidane’s place among football’s legends. (Representative Image: Reuters)
2/7July 13 | On this day in 1985, the Live Aid concerts were held simultaneously in London and Philadelphia, raising funds for famine relief in Ethiopia. Featuring artists including Queen, U2, David Bowie and Elton John, Live Aid became one of the most iconic music events ever staged and demonstrated the power of global television in supporting humanitarian causes. (Image: Canva)
3/7July 14 | On this day in 1789, revolutionaries stormed the Bastille prison in Paris, an event widely regarded as the beginning of the French Revolution. The uprising challenged absolute monarchy and inspired democratic movements around the world. France now marks July 14 as its national day, Bastille Day. (Image: Canva)
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4/7July 15 | On this day in 2006, Twitter officially launched its public service after months of testing. Originally conceived as a simple microblogging platform, it grew into one of the world’s most influential networks for news, politics, business and public conversation before being rebranded as X in 2023. (Image: Reuters)
5/7July 16 | On this day in 1969, Apollo 11 lifted off from Florida carrying Neil Armstrong, Buzz Aldrin and Michael Collins. The mission would become the first to land humans on the Moon, one of humanity’s greatest scientific and engineering achievements. (Image: Canva)
6/7July 17 | On this day in 1955, Disneyland opened in Anaheim, California, welcoming thousands of visitors on its first day. Conceived by Walt Disney as a family-friendly theme park unlike any before it, Disneyland went on to become one of the world’s most visited tourist attractions and inspired Disney parks around the globe.
7/7July 18 | On this day in 1918, the Second Battle of the Marne began as Allied forces launched a major counteroffensive against Germany in France. The battle marked a decisive turning point in World War I, shifting momentum in favour of the Allies and helping pave the way for the war’s end later that year. (Image: Canva)