Historical Events
2003 – Saddam Hussein is captured by U.S. forces near Tikrit.
Source: History.com
1642 – Dutch explorer Abel Tasman becomes the first European to reach New Zealand.
Source: Britannica
1937 – The Nanjing Massacre begins during the Second Sino-Japanese War.
Source: History.com
Notable Birthdays
Taylor Swift (b. 1989) – American singer-songwriter.
Source: Britannica
Jamie Foxx (b. 1967) – Actor, singer.
Source: History.com
Dick Van Dyke (b. 1925) – American actor.
Source: Britannica
Observances & Facts
National Guard Birthday (U.S.).
Source: National Guard