The July Birthstone is the Ruby, which symbolizes contentment. The ruby was regarded by ancient Hindus as the King Of Gems. It was believed to protect its wearer from evil. Today the ruby having deep red color signifies love and passion. Ruby is called the traditional birthstone of July. It is considered the secondary birthstone for July.
July Zodiac Signs
Month of July Zodiac Signs are Cancer(until July 22) and Leo(July 23 onwards).
Cancer (June 21 - July 22) Tradition tends to be very important int the lives of Cancers. Visit a cancer at home and you will find a fish in the water. Having a caring nature that extends towards other people, coupled with amazing patience usually is related to a Cancers work life choices. Cancers are compatible with: Taurus, Leo, Virgo, Scorpio, Capricorn and Pisces.
Leo (July 23 - August 21) Like the ruler of the jungle Leos are natural born leaders. Main qualities that make a great leader are being brave and headstrong. However Leos also can be loving and generous. To combine these qualities and finding balance is of great importance to Leos. Leos are compatible with: other Leo as well as Libra, Sagittarius, Cancer, and Gemini.
July Birth Flowers
Month of July flower is Larkspur. With its simple form, feelings of open heart and ardent attachment are attributed to it. The other July birth flower is the water lily, which signifies purity and majesty.
Levity and Lightness. Its natural beauty comes in gentle hues with refreshing fragrance. There are different meanings for each colour. Pink denotes contrariness, White expresses a happy nature, and a first love is usually symbolized by Purple. July Birth Flower Larkspur represents strong bonds of love.
Historical Events for July, 1863
1st » Keti Koti (Emancipation Day) in Suriname, marking the abolition of slavery by the Netherlands.
1st » American Civil War: The Battle of Gettysburg begins.
4th » American Civil War: Siege of Vicksburg: Vicksburg, Mississippi surrenders to Ulysses S. Grant after 47 days of siege. One hundred fifty miles up the Mississippi River, a Confederate Army was repulsed at the Battle of Helena, Arkansas.
4th » American Civil War: The Army of Northern Virginia Battle of Gettsyburg Confederate retreat withdrew from the battlefield after losing the Battle of Gettysburg, signalling an end to the Confederate States of America Southern Gettysburg Campaign invasion of
7th » United States begins its first Conscription e.g military draft; exemptions cost $300.
9th » American Civil War: The Siege of Port Hudson ends.
13th » New York City draft riots: In New York City called New York, New York, opponents of conscription begin three days of rioting which will be later regarded as the worst in History of the United States named United States history.
18th » American Civil War: Second Battle of Fort Wagner one of the first formal African American military units, the 54th Regiment Massachusetts Volunteer Infantry 54th Massachusetts Volunteer Infantry, supported by several white regiments, attempts an unsuccess
30th » American Indian Wars: Representatives of the United States and tribal leaders including Pocatello (Shoshoni chief) named Chief Pocatello (of the Shoshone) sign the Box Elder Treaty called Treaty of Box Elder.
Famous Birthdays on July in 1863
1st » William Grant Stairs, Canadian-English captain and explorer (d. 1892)
12th » Albert Calmette, French physician, bacteriologist, and immunologist (d. 1933)
12th » Paul Drude, German physicist and academic (d. 1906)
21st » C. Aubrey Smith, English-American cricketer and actor (d. 1948)