1995⚡ Event
Rajneesh followers convicted of assassination plot
Two followers of the Indian mystic Rajneesh were convicted of a 1985 plot to assassinate Charles Turner. Turner was the U.S. attorney for the District of Oregon.
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What Happened on July 28?
Discover 15 historical moments on July 28 — 5 events, 5 birthdays, and 5 notable deaths spanning centuries of human history.
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Historical Events on July 28(5)
2001⚡ Event
Ian Thorpe's record at World Aquatics Championships
At the World Aquatics Championships in Fukuoka, Japan, Australian Ian Thorpe became the first swimmer to win six gold medals at a single FINA world championship.
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2005⚡ Event
IRA ends armed campaign
The Provisional Irish Republican Army announced the formal end of its armed campaign. The goal was to overthrow British rule in Northern Ireland and create a united Ireland.
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2005⚡ Event
Birmingham tornado
Britain's costliest tornado struck Birmingham, injuring 39 people. It caused £40 million of damage across the city.
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2010⚡ Event
Airblue Flight 202 crash
Airblue Flight 202 crashed into the Margalla Hills north of Islamabad, killing all 152 aboard. This was the deadliest air accident in Pakistan's history.
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Famous Birthdays on July 28(5)
Notable Deaths on July 28(5)
2024🕊️ Death
John Anderson
John Anderson, Scottish television personality, teacher, and coach, has died.
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July 28 in History
July 28 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 1995 to the present day.
Major Events on July 28
Among the most notable events on July 28: Rajneesh followers convicted of assassination plot (1995), Ian Thorpe's record at World Aquatics Championships (2001), IRA ends armed campaign (2005). View all events →
Famous Birthdays on July 28
Notable figures born on July 28 include Walker Buehler, Harriet Dart, GloRilla. View all birthdays →
Notable Deaths on July 28
Remembered figures who died on July 28 include John Anderson, Doug Creek, Reyes Moronta. View all →
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What happened on July 28?
- July 28 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 28?
- One of the most notable events on July 28 is: Rajneesh followers convicted of assassination plot.
- Who was born on July 28?
- Famous figures born on July 28 include Walker Buehler, Harriet Dart, GloRilla.
- How many historical events happened on July 28?
- Our collection records 5 historical events on July 28, spanning centuries of world history.
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