📜 Introduction
Every calendar date has a story, and 22 July is filled with space achievements, historic battles, and famous birthdays. From India’s Chandrayaan-2 launch to Pi Approximation Day, let’s explore what makes this day significant.
🗓️ Historical Highlights of 22 July
| Year | Event |
|---|---|
| 1298 | Battle of Falkirk: Edward I defeats William Wallace. |
| 1942 | Deportation from Warsaw Ghetto to Treblinka begins. |
| 1946 | King David Hotel Bombing by Irgun in Jerusalem. |
| 1972 | Indian mathematician Vasistha Narayan Singh joins NASA. |
| 2000 | Sarfaesi Act passed in India for regulating NPAs. |
| 2019 | Chandrayaan-2 launched by ISRO from Sriharikota. |
🚀 Chandrayaan-2: India’s Space Achievement
On 22 July 2019, India launched Chandrayaan-2, its second lunar mission, showcasing ISRO’s excellence in space technology.
- Launch site: Sriharikota, Andhra Pradesh
- Goal: Study the Moon’s south pole
- Status: Orbiter active; lander contact lost during landing
🎂 Famous Birthdays on 22 July
| Year | Name | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1940 | Alex Trebek | Canadian host of “Jeopardy!” |
| 1946 | Danny Glover | Actor and civil rights activist |
| 1955 | Willem Dafoe | Hollywood actor known for intense roles |
| 1992 | Selena Gomez | Singer, actress & producer |
| 1993 | Armaan Malik | Popular Indian singer |
🌍 International Observances
- Pi Approximation Day: Because 22/7 ≈ 3.14
- Feast Day of Saint Mary Magdalene: Honored in Christianity
📌 Interesting Facts
- 22 July is often celebrated as “Pi Day” using the 22/7 approximation.
- The Sarfaesi Act helped improve the Indian banking system.
- Many celebrities and great thinkers were born on this day.
🧠 FAQs
Q1: What is special about 22 July in India?
A: ISRO launched Chandrayaan-2 on 22 July 2019, a historic lunar mission.
Q2: Who are some celebrities born on this day?
A: Selena Gomez, Willem Dafoe, and Armaan Malik.
Q3: What major events occurred on 22 July?
A: Warsaw deportations (1942), King David Hotel Bombing (1946), Chandrayaan-2 launch (2019).
Q4: Why is 22 July called Pi Approximation Day?
A: Because 22 divided by 7 equals approximately 3.14, a common approximation of π.
✅ Conclusion
From ancient battles and scientific feats to birthday celebrations of modern icons, 22 July carries rich significance. Let this day inspire pride in our heritage and curiosity for learning more every day.
