Jacques Cartier Discovered Canada

On July 24, 1534

French-Breton explorer Jacques Cartier arrived in Canada and planted a cross into the ground to claim the land for France.

This Day in History - July 24

1866

Tennessee became the first Confederate state to be readmitted into the United States.

1998

The epic war film directed by Steven Spielberg, 'Saving Private Ryan,' was released in theaters.

2024

'Inside Out 2' became the highest-grossing animated film ever, earning $1.462 billion worldwide and surpassing 'Frozen II,' which previously held the record with $1.453 billion.

1984

George Michael released his 'Careless Whisper' single.

1969

NASA's Apollo 11 safely returned to Earth after being the first manned mission to the moon.

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