2000⚡ Event
Elián González raid
In a pre-dawn raid, U.S. federal agents seized six-year-old Elián González from his relatives' home in Miami. He was returned to his Cuban father.
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What Happened on April 22?
Discover 15 historical moments on April 22 — 5 events, 5 birthdays, and 5 notable deaths spanning centuries of human history.
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Historical Events on April 22(5)
2004⚡ Event
Explosion in Ryongchon, North Korea
Flammable cargo exploded at a railway station in Ryongchon, North Korea. At least 54 people were killed and over a thousand injured.
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2013⚡ Event
Terror plot foiled in Canada
The Royal Canadian Mounted Police arrested two men who were plotting to commit terrorist attacks. The targets were Via Rail operations.
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2016⚡ Event
Paris Agreement opens for signature
The Paris Agreement, an international treaty on climate change, opened for signature. It was signed by 175 parties on this date.
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2022⚡ Event
Climate activist self-immolates outside Supreme Court
American climate activist Wynn Bruce set himself on fire outside the United States Supreme Court Building. This was an apparent protest against the climate crisis.
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Famous Birthdays on April 22(5)
1990🎂 Birth
Machine Gun Kelly
Machine Gun Kelly is an American rapper, singer, songwriter, and actor.
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Notable Deaths on April 22(5)
2017🕊️ Death
Donna Leanne Williams
Donna Leanne Williams was an Australian writer, artist, and activist.
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2023🕊️ Death
Len Goodman
Len Goodman was an English ballroom dancer and television personality.
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April 22 in History
April 22 is home to 15 recorded historical entries in our collection, including 5 notable events, 5 famous birthdays, and 5 deaths. This date has witnessed momentous occasions spanning from 2000 to the present day.
Major Events on April 22
Among the most notable events on April 22: Elián González raid (2000), Explosion in Ryongchon, North Korea (2004), Terror plot foiled in Canada (2013). View all events →
Famous Birthdays on April 22
Notable figures born on April 22 include Machine Gun Kelly, Kevin Kiermaier, Eve Muirhead. View all birthdays →
Notable Deaths on April 22
Remembered figures who died on April 22 include Donna Leanne Williams, Shirley Knight, Adrian Garrett. View all →
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What happened on April 22?
- April 22 is home to 15 recorded historical entries, including 5 notable events, 5 famous birthdays, and 5 notable deaths.
- What is the most notable event on April 22?
- One of the most notable events on April 22 is: Elián González raid.
- Who was born on April 22?
- Famous figures born on April 22 include Machine Gun Kelly, Kevin Kiermaier, Eve Muirhead.
- How many historical events happened on April 22?
- Our collection records 5 historical events on April 22, spanning centuries of world history.
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