CalEvents:Jul/Jul 13
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Notable events for Jul 13
Date
Event
Significance
July 13, 1918
Birth of Paul Marshall, African-American novelist
On this day, Paule Marshall, an acclaimed African-American novelist, was born. Her works often explored themes of African heritage, diaspora, and the experiences of Black women, making significant contributions to African-American and Caribbean literature.
July 13, 1954
Algerian War for Independence intensifies
On this day, the conflict between Algerian nationalists and French colonial authorities escalated, marking an intensification of the Algerian War for Independence. The war, which lasted from 1954 to 1962, was a key event in the decolonization of Africa and had lasting effects on African liberation movements.
July 13, 1967
President Kwame Nkrumah's exile continues
On this day, Ghana's former president Kwame Nkrumah, a leader in the Pan-African movement, continued his exile in Guinea after being overthrown in 1966. His exile was symbolic of the political challenges faced by early post-colonial African leaders, but Nkrumah remained a prominent figure in African unity efforts.
July 13, 1985
Live Aid concert raises funds for Ethiopian famine relief
On this day, the Live Aid concert was held in both London and Philadelphia to raise funds for famine relief in Ethiopia. The event drew international attention to the humanitarian crisis in Africa and raised millions of dollars for relief efforts, although it also sparked debates about the effectiveness of aid in addressing African crises.
July 13, 1997
Foday Sankoh captured during Sierra Leone Civil War
On this day, Foday Sankoh, leader of the Revolutionary United Front (RUF) in Sierra Leone, was captured during the country's civil war. Sankoh’s capture marked a turning point in the conflict, which had involved widespread human rights abuses, including the use of child soldiers and amputations.
July 13, 2011
South Sudan becomes a member of the United Nations
On this day, South Sudan was admitted as the 193rd member of the United Nations, just days after declaring independence from Sudan. This event marked South Sudan's formal entry into the international community as the world’s newest nation, following decades of civil war.
July 13, 2013
Protests in response to George Zimmerman acquittal
On this day, protests erupted across the United States after George Zimmerman was acquitted in the killing of Trayvon Martin, an unarmed African-American teenager. This event was a catalyst for the Black Lives Matter movement, which has since become a global call to action against racial injustice and police violence.