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, 1935
1st » Regina, Saskatchewan police and Royal Canadian Mounted Police ambush strikers participating in the On-to-Ottawa Trek.
5th » The National Labor Relations Act, which governs labor relations in the United States, is signed into law by President Franklin D. Roosevelt.
20th » Switzerland: A KLM or Royal Dutch Airlines plane en route from Milan to Frankfurt crashes into a Swiss mountain, killing thirteen.
24th » The Dust Bowl heat wave reaches its peak, sending temperatures to 109°F (43°C) in Chicago known as Chicago, Illinois and 104°F (40°C) in Milwaukee called Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
28th » First flight of the Boeing B-17 Flying Fortress.
Famous Birthdays on July in 1935
1st » James Cotton, American singer-songwriter and harmonica player
1st » David Prowse, English bodybuilder and actor
3rd » Cheo Feliciano, Puerto Rican singer-songwriter (Fania All-Stars) (d. 2014)
3rd » Harrison Schmitt, American geologist, astronaut, and politician
4th » Paul Scoon, Grenadian politician, 2nd Governor-General of Grenada (d. 2013)
5th » John Gilmore (writer) e.g John Gilmore, American journalist and author
5th » Fergus Millar, Scottish historian and academic
5th » John Schoenherr, American illustrator (d. 2010)
6th » Candy Barr, American model, dancer, and actress (d. 2005)
6th » 14th Dalai Lama
6th » Robert Hunt (police officer) e.g Robert Hunt, English police officer (d. 2013)
8th » Steve Lawrence, American singer and actor (Steve and Eydie)
8th » Vitaly Sevastyanov, Russian engineer and astronaut
9th » Wim Duisenberg, Dutch economist and politician, Ministry of Finance (Netherlands) known as Minister of Finance for The Netherlands (d. 2005)
9th » Mercedes Sosa, Argentinian singer and activist (d. 2009)
9th » Michael Williams (actor) e.g Michael Williams, English actor (d. 2001)
10th » Tura Satana, American actress and dancer (d. 2011)
11th » Frederick Hemke, American saxophonist and educator
11th » Oliver Napier, Irish lawyer and politician (d. 2011)