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, 1919
6th » The British airship called dirigible R34 (airship) known as R34 lands in New York, completing the first crossing of the Atlantic Ocean by an airship.
11th » The eight-hour day and free Sunday become law for workers in the Netherlands.
13th » The British airship R33 class airship or R34 lands in Norfolk, England, completing the first airship return journey across the Atlantic Ocean or Atlantic in 182 hours of flight.
19th » Following Peace Day celebrations marking the end of World War I, ex-servicemen riot and burn down Luton Town Hall.
21st » The Airship dirigible 'Wingfoot Air Express crash Wingfoot Air Express' crashes into the Illinois Trust and Savings Building in Chicago Chicago, Illinois, killing 12 people.
27th » The Chicago Race Riot of 1919 or Chicago Race Riot erupts after a racial incident occurred on a South Side, Chicago named South Side beach, leading to 38 fatalities and 537 injuries over a five-day period.
31st » Weimar National Assembly known as German national assembly adopts the Weimar Constitution, which comes into force on August 14.