The July Birthstone is the Ruby, which symbolizes contentment. The ruby was regarded by ancient Hindus as the King Of Gems. It was believed to protect its wearer from evil. Today the ruby having deep red color signifies love and passion. Ruby is called the traditional birthstone of July. It is considered the secondary birthstone for July.
July Zodiac Signs
Month of July Zodiac Signs are Cancer(until July 22) and Leo(July 23 onwards).
Cancer (June 21 - July 22) Tradition tends to be very important int the lives of Cancers. Visit a cancer at home and you will find a fish in the water. Having a caring nature that extends towards other people, coupled with amazing patience usually is related to a Cancers work life choices. Cancers are compatible with: Taurus, Leo, Virgo, Scorpio, Capricorn and Pisces.
Leo (July 23 - August 21) Like the ruler of the jungle Leos are natural born leaders. Main qualities that make a great leader are being brave and headstrong. However Leos also can be loving and generous. To combine these qualities and finding balance is of great importance to Leos. Leos are compatible with: other Leo as well as Libra, Sagittarius, Cancer, and Gemini.
July Birth Flowers
Month of July flower is Larkspur. With its simple form, feelings of open heart and ardent attachment are attributed to it. The other July birth flower is the water lily, which signifies purity and majesty.
Levity and Lightness. Its natural beauty comes in gentle hues with refreshing fragrance. There are different meanings for each colour. Pink denotes contrariness, White expresses a happy nature, and a first love is usually symbolized by Purple. July Birth Flower Larkspur represents strong bonds of love.
Historical Events for July, 1967
1st » The European Community is formally created out of a merger with the Common Market, the European Coal and Steel Community, and the Euratom known as European Atomic Energy Commission.
1st » Canada celebrates the Canadian Centennial e.g 100th anniversary of the British North America Act, 1867, which officially made Canada its own federal dominion.
3rd » The Aden Emergency: The Battle of the Crater (Aden) or Battle of the Crater in which the British Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders retake the Crater, Yemen e.g Crater district following the Arab Police Mutiny.
6th » Nigerian Civil War: Nigerian forces invade Biafra, beginning the war.
10th » Uruguay becomes a member of the Berne Convention for the Protection of Literary and Artistic Works e.g Berne Convention copyright treaty.
10th » New Zealand adopts decimal currency.
12th » The 1967 Newark riots known as Newark riots begin in Newark, New Jersey.
23rd » 1967 Detroit riot 12th Street Riot: In Detroit Detroit, Michigan, one of the worst riots in History of the United States United States history begins on 12th Street in the predominantly African American inner city. It ultimately kills 43 people, injures 3
24th » During an official state visit to Canada, French President Charles de Gaulle declares to a crowd of over 100,000 in Montreal: 'Vive le Québec libre!' ("Long live free Quebec!"). The statement, interpreted as support for Quebec sovereignty movement Quebec
29th » Vietnam War: Off the coast of North Vietnam the USS Forrestal CV-59 6 catches on 1967 USS Forrestal fire fire in the worst U.S. naval disaster since World War II, killing 134.
29th » During the fourth day of celebrating its 400th anniversary, the city of Caracas or Caracas, Venezuela is shaken by 1967 Caracas earthquake or an earthquake, leaving approximately 500 dead.
Famous Birthdays on July in 1967
1st » Pamela Anderson, Canadian-American model, actress, and producer
1st » Sansan Chien, Taiwanese composer (d. 2011)
1st » Marisa Monte, Brazilian singer (Tribalistas (band) or Tribalistas)
11th » Jeff Corwin, American television host and producer
11th » Jhumpa Lahiri, English-American author and academic
11th » Donne Wall, American baseball player
12th » Richard Herring, English comedian, actor, and screenwriter
12th » George Freeman (politician) e.g George Freeman, English politician
12th » John Petrucci, American singer-songwriter and guitarist (Dream Theater, Liquid Tension Experiment, and Explorers Club (band) e.g Explorers Club)
12th » Bruny Surin, Canadian sprinter
13th » Dean Barnett, American journalist and blogger (d. 2008)
13th » Benny Benassi, Italian DJ and producer (Benassi Bros.)
13th » Richard Marles, Australian lawyer and politician
14th » Marios Constantinou, Cypriot footballer and manager
14th » Jeff Jarrett, American wrestler and promoter, co-founded Total Nonstop Action Wrestling
14th » Patrick J. Kennedy, American politician
14th » Robin Ventura, American baseball player and manager
15th » Adam Savage, American actor and special effects designer
15th » Gareth Thomas (English politician) e.g Gareth Thomas, English politician
16th » Will Ferrell, American actor, producer, and screenwriter