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.

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.

1847

Brigham Young and 148 Mormon pioneers entered Salt Lake Valley and founded Salt Lake City.

1975

Luxury fashion brand Giorgio Armani was founded in Milan, Italy.

1982

'Eye Of The Tiger' by Survivor reached number one on the Billboard Hot 100 and stayed there for eight weeks.

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