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On This Day: The Perry Expedition arrives in Edo Bay with a treaty requesting trade. (1853)
On July 8, 1853: The Perry Expedition arrives in Edo Bay with a treaty requesting trade. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about the pursuit of peace in a broken world
On This Day: Church bells (possibly including the Liberty Bell) are rung after John Nixon... (1776)
On July 8, 1776: Church bells (possibly including the Liberty Bell) are rung after John Nixon delivers the first public reading of the Declaration of Independence of the United States. This historica
On This Day: Space Shuttle Columbia is launched on an international science mission. (1994)
On July 8, 1994: Space Shuttle Columbia is launched on an international science mission. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about God's creation and human discovery. Co
On This Day: Korean forces under general Kim Yu-sin of Silla defeat the army of Baekje in the... (660)
On July 9, 660: Korean forces under general Kim Yu-sin of Silla defeat the army of Baekje in the Battle of Hwangsanbeol. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about how Go
On This Day: Captain America Comics #1, containing the first appearance of the superhero... (1940)
On December 20, 1940: Captain America Comics #1, containing the first appearance of the superhero Captain America, is published. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration abou
On This Day: King Mwambutsa IV Bangiriceng of Burundi is deposed by his son Prince Charles... (1966)
On July 8, 1966: King Mwambutsa IV Bangiriceng of Burundi is deposed by his son Prince Charles Ndizi. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about godly leadership and its
On This Day: World War II: Continuation War: Finland wins the Battle of Tali-Ihantala, the... (1944)
On July 9, 1944: World War II: Continuation War: Finland wins the Battle of Tali-Ihantala, the largest battle ever fought in northern Europe. The Red Army withdraws its troops from Ihantala and digs i
On This Day: Turkey, Iran, Iraq, and Afghanistan sign the Treaty of Saadabad. (1937)
On July 8, 1937: Turkey, Iran, Iraq, and Afghanistan sign the Treaty of Saadabad. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about the pursuit of peace in a broken world. Consi
On This Day: The Fatimid general Jawhar leads the Friday prayer in Fustat in the name of... (969)
On July 9, 969: The Fatimid general Jawhar leads the Friday prayer in Fustat in the name of Caliph al-Mu'izz li-Din Allah, thereby symbolically completing the Fatimid conquest of Egypt. This historic
On This Day: South Sudan gains independence and secedes from Sudan. (2011)
On July 9, 2011: South Sudan gains independence and secedes from Sudan. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about the gift of freedom and liberation. Consider using it w
On This Day: Battle of New Ross: The attempt to spread the United Irish Rebellion into... (1798)
On June 5, 1798: Battle of New Ross: The attempt to spread the United Irish Rebellion into Munster is defeated. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about how God works t
On This Day: The Old Swiss Confederacy makes great strides in establishing control over its... (1386)
On July 9, 1386: The Old Swiss Confederacy makes great strides in establishing control over its territory by soundly defeating the Duchy of Austria in the Battle of Sempach. This historical event can
On This Day: The 7.7 Mw Amorgos earthquake shakes the Cyclades island group in the Aegean... (1956)
On July 9, 1956: The 7.7 Mw Amorgos earthquake shakes the Cyclades island group in the Aegean Sea with a maximum Mercalli intensity of IX (Violent). The shaking and the destructive tsunami that follo
On This Day: The Senate Report on Iraqi WMD Intelligence is released by the United States... (2004)
On July 9, 2004: The Senate Report on Iraqi WMD Intelligence is released by the United States Senate Select Committee on Intelligence, casting doubt on the rationale for the Iraq War. This historical
On This Day: The state of São Paulo revolts against the Brazilian Federal Government,... (1932)
On July 9, 1932: The state of São Paulo revolts against the Brazilian Federal Government, starting the Constitutionalist Revolution. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration
On This Day: The Russell-Einstein Manifesto calls for a reduction of the risk of nuclear... (1955)
On July 9, 1955: The Russell-Einstein Manifesto calls for a reduction of the risk of nuclear warfare. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about how God works through the
On This Day: Belfast's Bloody Sunday occurs with 20 killings, at least 100 wounded and 200... (1921)
On July 10, 1921: Belfast's Bloody Sunday occurs with 20 killings, at least 100 wounded and 200 homes destroyed during rioting and gun battles in Belfast, Northern Ireland. This historical event can
On This Day: World War II: American forces take Saipan, bringing the Japanese archipelago... (1944)
On July 9, 1944: World War II: American forces take Saipan, bringing the Japanese archipelago within range of B-29 raids, and causing the downfall of the Tojo government. This historical event can se
On This Day: World War II: The Allied invasion of Sicily begins, leading to the downfall of... (1943)
On July 9, 1943: World War II: The Allied invasion of Sicily begins, leading to the downfall of Mussolini and forcing Hitler to break off the Battle of Kursk. This historical event can serve as a pow
On This Day: The Norse King Glúniairn recognises Máel Sechnaill mac Domnaill, High King of... (988)
On July 10, 988: The Norse King Glúniairn recognises Máel Sechnaill mac Domnaill, High King of Ireland, and agrees to pay taxes and accept Brehon Law; the event is considered to be the founding of the
On This Day: Howard Hughes begins a 91-hour airplane flight around the world that will set a... (1938)
On July 10, 1938: Howard Hughes begins a 91-hour airplane flight around the world that will set a new record. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about how God works thr
On This Day: American Revolution: Louis XVI of France declares war on the Kingdom of Great... (1778)
On July 10, 1778: American Revolution: Louis XVI of France declares war on the Kingdom of Great Britain. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about godly leadership and i
On This Day: War of the Pacific: Chile suffers its last military defeat in the Battle of La... (1882)
On July 10, 1882: War of the Pacific: Chile suffers its last military defeat in the Battle of La Concepción when a garrison of 77 men is annihilated by a 1,300-strong Peruvian force, many of them arme
On This Day: King George III expands on his Proclamation of Rebellion in the Thirteen... (1775)
On October 27, 1775: King George III expands on his Proclamation of Rebellion in the Thirteen Colonies in his speech from the throne at the opening of Parliament. This historical event can serve as a