On This Day July 28th

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July 28 is the 209th day of the year in the Gregorian calendar; 156 days remain until the end of the year.

Events

1540 – Henry VIII of England marries his fifth wife, Catherine Howard, on the same day his former Chancellor, Thomas Cromwell, is executed on charges of treason.

1794 – French Revolution: Maximilien Robespierre and Louis Antoine de Saint-Just are executed by guillotine in Paris, France.

1854 – USS Constellation (1854), the last all-sail warship built by the United States Navy and now a museum ship in Baltimore Harbor, is commissioned.

1868 – The 14th Amendment to the United States Constitution is certified, establishing African American citizenship and guaranteeing due process of law.

1896 – The city of Miami is incorporated.

1917 – The Silent Parade takes place in New York City, in protest murders, lynchings, and other violence directed towards African Americans.

1939 – The Sutton Hoo helmet is discovered.

1973 – Summer Jam at Watkins Glen: Nearly 600,000 people attend a rock festival at the Watkins Glen International Raceway.

2018 – Australian Wendy Tuck becomes the first female skipper to win the Clipper Round the World Yacht Race.


Birthdays

1750 – Fabre d'Églantine, French actor, playwright, and politician (d. 1794)

1857 – Ballington Booth, English American activist, co-founded Volunteers of America (d. 1940)

1866 – Beatrix Potter, English children's book writer, and illustrator (d. 1943)

1887 – Marcel Duchamp, French American painter, and sculptor (d. 1968)

1907 – Earl Tupper, American inventor, and businessman, founded Tupperware Brands (d. 1983)

1929 – Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis, American journalist, and socialite, 37th First Lady of the United States (d. 1994)

1958 – Terry Fox, Canadian runner, and activist (d. 1981)

1993 – Harry Kane, English footballer


Events & Observances 

National Chocolate Milk Day

Indeed, chocolate milk is a delicious and popular beverage enjoyed by people of all ages around the world. It's made by combining milk with chocolate syrup or cocoa powder, resulting in a sweet and creamy treat that appeals to many taste buds.

Classic chocolate milk is typically made with cow's milk, but there are also variations using plant-based milk alternatives like almond milk, soy milk, or oat milk for those with dietary preferences or restrictions. Additionally, some chocolate milk recipes incorporate whipped cream, chocolate chips, or other flavorings for an extra indulgent experience.

Chocolate milk is not only a tasty beverage but can also be a convenient post-workout recovery drink due to its mix of carbohydrates and protein. Many people also enjoy it as a comforting treat on a cozy evening or as a refreshing cold drink on a hot day.

If you want to enjoy chocolate milk at its best, you can either purchase pre-made versions from the store or make your own at home. Making it from scratch allows you to control the sweetness and chocolate intensity according to your liking.

Whether you enjoy it with cookies, as an accompaniment to breakfast, or just as a delightful dessert, chocolate milk is a simple pleasure that continues to bring joy to many.



Others Include.

Peru Independence Day

H.M. King's Birthday

Day of Cantabria Institutions

Baptism Day of Kyivan Rus

Anniversary of the Fall of Fascism and Freedom Day

Buffalo Soldiers Day

System Administrator Appreciation Day

World Nature Conservation Day

St. Olav’s Eve in the Faroe Islands






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