1968⚡ Event
Trương Đình Dzu jailed
Trương Đình Dzu was jailed by a South Vietnamese military court for illicit currency transactions. This followed his second-place finish in a rigged presidential election to Nguyễn Văn Thiệu.
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What Happened on July 26?
Discover 15 historical moments on July 26 — 5 events, 5 birthdays, and 5 notable deaths spanning centuries of human history.
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Hero image inspired by: Nguyễn Văn Thiệu
Historical Events on July 26(5)
1993⚡ Event
Asiana Airlines Flight 733 crashes
Asiana Airlines Flight 733 crashed into a mountain during a failed landing attempt at Mokpo Airport, South Korea. The accident resulted in the deaths of 68 people on board.
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2007⚡ Event
Shambo the bull slaughtered
Shambo, a black Friesian bull adopted by a local Hindu community, was slaughtered due to concerns about bovine tuberculosis. This followed widespread controversy throughout Wales.
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2012⚡ Event
New Irish Republican Army formed
The New Irish Republican Army was formed from a merger of a number of dissident republican militant groups.
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2016⚡ Event
Hillary Clinton nominated for US President
Hillary Clinton became the first female nominee for president of the United States by a major political party. This occurred at the Democratic National Convention in Philadelphia.
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Famous Birthdays on July 26(5)
1993🎂 Birth
Raymond Faitala-Mariner born
Raymond Faitala-Mariner, a New Zealand rugby league player, was born.
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Notable Deaths on July 26(5)
2019🕊️ Death
Russi Taylor
Russi Taylor, American voice actress, has died. She was born in 1944.
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2020🕊️ Death
Olivia de Havilland
Olivia de Havilland, American actress, has died. She was born in 1916.
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2021🕊️ Death
Joey Jordison
Joey Jordison, American musician, has died. He was born in 1975.
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2023🕊️ Death
Sinéad O'Connor
Sinéad O'Connor, Irish singer and musician, has died. She was born in 1966.
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2025🕊️ Death
Tom Lehrer
Tom Lehrer, American singer, comedian, and mathematician, has died. He was born in 1928.
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July 26 in History
July 26 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 1968 to the present day.
Major Events on July 26
Among the most notable events on July 26: Trương Đình Dzu jailed (1968), Asiana Airlines Flight 733 crashes (1993), Shambo the bull slaughtered (2007). View all events →
Famous Birthdays on July 26
Notable figures born on July 26 include Raymond Faitala-Mariner, Ella Leivo, Olivia Breen. View all birthdays →
Notable Deaths on July 26
Remembered figures who died on July 26 include Russi Taylor, Olivia de Havilland, Joey Jordison. View all →
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What happened on July 26?
- July 26 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 July 26?
- One of the most notable events on July 26 is: Trương Đình Dzu jailed.
- Who was born on July 26?
- Famous figures born on July 26 include Raymond Faitala-Mariner, Ella Leivo, Olivia Breen.
- How many historical events happened on July 26?
- Our collection records 5 historical events on July 26, spanning centuries of world history.
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