HISTORICAL CHRONOLOGY

On This Day in History

Discover key historical events within the Genesis range (1950–2049) that occurred on this calendar day, and claim their commemorative registry plaques.

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Historical chronology for June 9

June 9

7 historical milestones registered between 1950 and 2049

June 9, 1954 AVAILABLE

During hearings investigating conflicting accusations between the United States Army and Senator Joseph McCarthy, Army lawyer Joseph N. Welch asked McCarthy: "At long last, have you left no sense of decency?"

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United States Army
June 9, 1965 AVAILABLE

Fighting began between the Viet Cong and the Army of the Republic of Vietnam in the Battle of Đồng Xoài, one of the largest battles in the Vietnam War.

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Viet Cong
June 9, 1973 AVAILABLE

The racehorse Secretariat, of Meadow Stables (racing colors pictured), won the Belmont Stakes by 31 lengths, achieving the first American Triple Crown victory in a quarter of a century.

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Secretariat (horse)
June 9, 1982 AVAILABLE

Lebanon War: The Israeli Air Force carried out Operation Mole Cricket 19, successfully suppressing Syrian air defenses in the Beqaa Valley, Lebanon.

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1982 Lebanon War
June 9, 1999 AVAILABLE

Yugoslav Wars: The Kumanovo Agreement was signed, bringing an end to the Kosovo War the next day.

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Yugoslav Wars
June 9, 2010 AVAILABLE

A child suicide bomber attacked a wedding in Nadahan, Afghanistan, killing at least 40 people and injuring at least 70 others.

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June 9, 2019 AVAILABLE

Dominican-American retired baseball player David Ortiz was shot and severely wounded while at a bar in Santo Domingo.

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David Ortiz