The June Birthstones are Pearl, Alexandrite and Moonstone. The Pearl has long been a symbol of purity. The ancient Greeks believed that pearls were the hardened tears of joy from Aphrodite, the goddess of love. Pearl is called the traditional birthstone of June. Moonstone is considered the secondary birthstone for June.
June Zodiac Signs
Month of June Zodiac Signs are Gemini(until June 20) and Cancer(June 21 onwards).
Gemini (May 20 - June 20) Geminis tend to be very unpredictable. Be always ready for a surprise from them. Being creative and open can result in Geminis changing their behaviour rather frequently. People born under this star sign are very adaptable to new situations or life changes. Add to this the positive nature towards life that Gemini possess. Gemini are compatible with: other Gemini, Leo, Libra and Aquarius.
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.
June Birth Flowers
Month of June flower is the Rose. Though roses are available in many colors from red to pink to white to yellow, all with their own special meanings, the underlying message the birth flowers convey is that of love and passion.
Love and Appreciation, while other meanings depends on each colour. The June Birth Flower Rose has many meanings which can vary from Love, Passion, Beauty and Perfection. The meaning depends upon the colour. For example, Red says love and romance, White symbolizes innocence, purity, and remembrance.
Historical Events for June, 1965
3rd » The launch of 'Gemini 4', the first multi-day space mission by a NASA crew. Edward Higgins White known as Ed White, a crew member, performs the first American Extra-vehicular activity known as spacewalk.
7th » The Supreme Court of the United States hands down its decision in 'Griswold v. Connecticut', effectively legalizing the use of contraception by married couples.
9th » The civilian Prime Minister of South Vietnam, Phan Huy Quát, resigns after being unable to work with a junta led by Nguyễn Cao Kỳ.
9th » Vietnam War: The Viet Cong commences combat with the Army of the Republic of Vietnam in the Battle of Dong Xoai, one of the largest battles in the war.
18th » Vietnam War: The United States uses B-52 Stratofortress B-52 bombers to attack National Front for the Liberation of Vietnam National Liberation Front guerrilla warfare guerrilla fighters in South Vietnam.
19th » Nguyễn Cao Kỳ becomes Prime Minister of South Vietnam at the head of a military junta; General Nguyễn Văn Thiệu becomes the figurehead chief of state.
10th » Elizabeth Hurley, English model and actress
10th » Joey Santiago, Filipino-American guitarist and songwriter (Pixies and The Martinis)
12th » Filip Topol, Czech singer-songwriter and pianist (Psí vojáci) (d. 2013)
12th » Gwen Torrence, American sprinter
12th » Cathy Tyson, English actress
12th » Vicky Vette, Norwegian-American porn actress and model
13th » Infanta Cristina, Duchess of Palma de Mallorca
13th » Vassilis Karapialis, Greek footballer
13th » Lukas Ligeti, Austrian-American drummer and composer
13th » Lisa Vidal, American actress
14th » Mike Scaccia, American guitarist (Ministry (band) Ministry, Rigor Mortis (band) Rigor Mortis, Lard (band) Lard, and League of Blind Women) (d. 2012)