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, 1964
2nd » President of the United States called U.S. President Lyndon B. Johnson signs the Civil Rights Act of 1964 meant to prohibit segregation in public places.
6th » Malawi declares its independence from the United Kingdom.
19th » Vietnam War: at a rally in Ho Chi Minh City known as Saigon, South Vietnamese Prime minister named Prime Minister Nguyễn Khánh calls for expanding the war into North Vietnam.
20th » Vietnam War: Viet Cong forces attack the capital of Dinh Tuong Province, Cai Be, killing 11 South Vietnamese military personnel and 40 civilians (30 of which are children).
27th » Vietnam War: Five thousand more American military advisers are sent to South Vietnam bringing the total number of United States forces in Vietnam to 21,000.
31st » Ranger program: 'Ranger 7' sends back the first close-up photographs of the moon, with images 1,000 times clearer than anything ever seen from earth-bound telescopes.
Famous Birthdays on July in 1964
1st » Bernard Laporte, French rugby player and coach
2nd » Doug Benson, American comedian, actor, and producer
2nd » Stéphan Bureau, Canadian journalist and producer
2nd » Jose Canseco, Cuban-American baseball player and mixed martial artist
2nd » Ozzie Canseco, Cuban-American baseball player, coach, and manager
2nd » Joe Magrane, American baseball player and sportscaster
2nd » Hisakatsu Oya, Japanese wrestler
2nd » Charles Robinson (referee) known as Charles Robinson, American wrestler and referee
2nd » Alan Tait, English-Scottish rugby player and coach
7th » Robert Newman (comedian) called Robert Newman, English comedian, actor, and author
8th » Linda de Mol, Dutch actress and screenwriter
8th » Alexei Gusarov, Russian ice hockey player and manager
8th » Joe Rogers, American politician, 45th Lieutenant Governor of Colorado (d. 2013)
9th » Courtney Love, American singer-songwriter, guitarist, and actress (Hole (band) Hole, Pagan Babies (band) Pagan Babies, Sugar Babydoll, and Babes in Toyland (band) Babes in Toyland)
9th » Gianluca Vialli, Italian footballer and coach
10th » Martin Laurendeau, Canadian tennis player and coach
10th » Urban Meyer, American football player and coach