Significant Events on June 28.

Significant Events on June 28

1914 – The assassination of Duke Franz Ferdinand

Archuke Franz Ferdinand of Austria and his wife, Sophie, were shot in Sarajevo. This is definitely the event that started World War I.

1919 – Treaty of Versailles The Treaty of Versailles was signed.

The signing of the Treaty of Versailles marked the official end of World War I, as it required Germany to make heavy reparations and cede territory.

1969 – Stonewall Riots Begin

The Stonewall Riots kicked off in New York City, a milestone in the US LGBTQ+ rights movement.

1997 – Mike Tyson Eats Evander Holyfield’s EarSpeaking of unglamorous, here’s how the thought of losing again led to Mike Tyson gnawing off a chunk of Evander Holyfield’s ear.

In a heavyweight boxing match, Mike Tyson by a piece of Evander Holyfield’s ear, leading to his disqualification.

2004: Sovereignty handed over to Iraq

The United States handed over sovereignty to the interim Iraqi government after four decades of Baath Party rule, and the U.S.-led occupation officially came to a close.

Notable Birthdays:

1491 – Henry VIII, King of England.

(1614) 1577 – Peter Paul Rubens, Flemish artist.

1946 – Gilda Radner, American comedian and actress (d.

Notable Deaths:

1836 – James Madison, the 4th President of the United States