1816CE
Politics
Argentina Declares Independence
The Congress of Tucumán formally declares the independence of the United Provinces of South America, modern-day Argentina. This act severed political ties with the Spanish Empire.
The Congress of Tucumán formally declares the independence of the United Provinces of South America, modern-day Argentina. This act severed political ties with the Spanish Empire.
The All England Croquet and Lawn Tennis Club begins its first lawn tennis championship in Wimbledon, London. The tournament is the oldest tennis event in the world and featured only a men's singles competition that year.
American actor and filmmaker widely regarded as one of the greatest actors of his generation. He has won two consecutive Academy Awards for Best Actor for Philadelphia and Forrest Gump, and is known for roles in films like Saving Private Ryan, Cast Away, and Toy Story.