Today marks the 282nd day of the year, with 84 days left until 2024 comes to an end. On this day in history, the Great Chicago Fire began in 1871, resulting in the death of over 300 people and the destruction of more than 17,000 structures. In 1956, Don Larsen pitched the only perfect game in World Series history as the New York Yankees defeated the Brooklyn Dodgers. In 1997, the Mars Pathfinder mission provided evidence that Mars may have once been suitable for life. Fast-forwarding to 2020, six men were charged with conspiring to kidnap Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer due to perceived abuse of power. In 2022, an explosion caused the partial collapse of a bridge connecting Crimea and Russia, impacting the Kremlin’s operations in southern Ukraine.
In birthday news, today notable figures like actor Paul Hogan, civil rights activist Rev. Jesse Jackson, and comedian Chevy Chase celebrate another year of life. Other birthday celebrants include actor Matt Damon, singer-songwriter Bruno Mars, and actor-singer Bella Thorne.
As history continues to unfold, it’s essential to remember the events that have shaped our past while celebrating the milestones of those who continue to make their mark today.
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